[header] How to make homemade italian ricotta cheese gnocchi [title] Mix together in a large bowl, mix 1 pound of ricotta cheese with 1 slightly beaten egg and 1 teaspoon salt. [step] Add flour and work mixture with your hands until a soft dough is formed. If your fingers are sticky, add some more flour to your hands. 
[title] Turn the dough onto a floured board. [step] Knead lightly until the dough becomes smooth and firm.