Creamy Baked Gnocchi: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Creamy Baked Gnocchi is a comforting Italian dish that combines rich marinara and creamy sauce for a delightful family favorite.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Gnocchi Base

1 pound Potato Gnocchi fresh or frozen
1 cup Marinara Sauce jarred or homemade
4 cloves Garlic minced

For the Creamy Sauce

½ cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
½ cup Reserved Pasta Water for adjusting sauce consistency

For the Cheesy Topping

1 cup Baby Mozzarella Balls or low-moisture mozzarella
½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano

For Garnishing

½ cup Chopped Fresh Basil preferred over dry
2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter for sautéing
to taste Salt for seasoning

Equipment

Large pot
oven-safe skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Boil salted water and cook potato gnocchi until they float, about 3-4 minutes. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add marinara sauce, chopped basil, and grated Parmesan; stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
Turn off heat, add heavy cream, reserved pasta water, and cooked gnocchi; stir until coated.
Top with mozzarella balls and extra Parmesan. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
Remove from oven, garnish with basil, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients like garlic and basil. Consider experimenting with different sauces like pesto or adding vegetables.

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