Gnocchi are the cousins of our dumplings. Italy is their homeland and there are many recipes for this dish. Different regions of the country have completely different recipes, with different fillings and sauces. Popular ingredients include cheese, spinach, potatoes, pumpkin, stale bread, cornmeal... You can experiment with them endlessly. I suggest making chicken gnocchi in a steamer, it's hearty, delicious, and healthy. Be sure to make a sauce, they will be a bit dry without it.