Description
Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender gnocchi with a rich, savory bolognese sauce and a gooey cheese topping. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish promises to delight your taste buds and warm your heart with every bite. With its vibrant appearance and easy preparation, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh or frozen gnocchi
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper until browned.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Combine cooked gnocchi with the bolognese sauce in a baking dish.
- Top generously with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg