Description
Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake is a delightful fusion of comfort food and seasonal flavors, featuring tender gnocchi in a creamy pumpkin sauce topped with gooey cheese. This dish offers rich aromas and a golden crust, perfect for cozy gatherings or festive dinners. Simple to prepare, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests asking for more. Enjoy this warm hug in a casserole dish that celebrates the essence of fall!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 oz) package store-bought gnocchi
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine pumpkin puree, heavy cream, nutmeg, sage, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the gnocchi gently. Transfer half to the baking dish and sprinkle with half the mozzarella; layer the remaining gnocchi mixture on top, finishing with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg