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Baked Gnocchi with Marinara, Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil

This super cheesy baked gnocchi recipe takes only 20 minutes to make and uses only FOUR ingredients- marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, fresh basil, and pre-made gnocchi!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 384 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 lb pre-made gnocchi ricotta or potato- either will do
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil cut chiffonade or chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 8 oz. whole milk mozzarella shredded (or sliced/torn if using fresh)

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Cook gnocchi by placing carefully into boiling salted water. Remove with a slotted spoon when they float to the top and place into a medium-sized baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle fresh cut basil (1/2 cup) on top of the gnocchi.
  4. Spoon marinara sauce (2 cups) evenly on top of the basil.
  5. Sprinkle cheese (8 oz.) evenly on top of the sauce.
  6. Bake at 400 degrees for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is completely melted.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra basil if desired.

Notes

  • Make ahead: You can assemble this baked gnocchi ahead of time and keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking. When you bake, cover it in foil for 10 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 (since it will be cold, it will need more time).
  • Money saving tip: Make your own gnocchi from scratch to save some money. You can also omit the fresh basil.
  • Time saving tip: Don't bother cutting the basil- just add the whole leaves!
  • The provided nutrition information does not include any added sodium from seasoning to taste, any optional ingredients, and it does not take brands into account. Feel free to calculate it yourself using this calculator or by adding the recipe to Yummly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 384kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 48g (16%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 45mg (15%) Sodium 1382mg (58%) Potassium 457mg (13%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 1072IU (21%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 330mg (33%) Iron 6mg (33%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 384

% Daily Value*

Calories 384kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 1382mg 58%
Potassium 457mg 10%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 1072IU 21%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 330mg 33%
Iron 6mg 33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.