Cheesy Tomato Baked Gnocchi Recipe
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
378 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Cheesy Tomato Baked Gnocchi Recipe
Description
Cheesy Tomato Baked Gnocchi begins with cooking gnocchi just until they float in boiling salted water to maintain a tender texture without becoming mushy. The sauce is prepared separately by simmering together olive oil, garlic, tomato puree, water, oregano, basil, and salt until it thickens slightly. The cooked gnocchi is then tossed gently in this sauce and placed in an oiled baking dish.
The dish is topped with shredded mozzarella and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, then baked briefly at 400°F to meld flavors, finished by broiling to brown the cheese. This process provides a creamy, melted topping with a golden appearance contrasting with the soft, saucy gnocchi beneath.
Serve the baked gnocchi hot to enjoy the freshly browned cheese and the balance of tangy tomato with the mild gnocchi. It pairs well with crisp salads or garlic bread to round out a meal. Leftovers can be refrigerated tightly covered for one to two days and reheated gently in an oven or microwave to preserve texture without overcooking.
Ingredients
- 1 pound gnocchi (homemade or store-bought store-bought)
FOR THE SAUCE
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato puree passata
- ¼ cup water
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 clove garlic small, chopped
TOPPING
- ¾ - 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded firm, or Swiss, fontina or gruyere cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C), lightly oil an 8 x 6 inch baking dish.
- In a medium/large pan, add the olive oil, garlic, purée, water, oregano, basil, and salt. Stir to combine, on medium heat cook until thickened (not too thick), approximately 15-20 minutes.
- While sauce is cooking, cook the gnocchi in the boiling salted water, just until they float to the surface, approximately 30 seconds, drain immediately, do not rinse.
- When sauce has thickened add the gnocchi and toss gently, place in the prepared baking pan, top with the shredded Mozzarella and then the grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for approximately 5 minutes then raise heat and broil for another 3-5 minutes or until cheese has browned, (watch it doesn't burn). Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cook gnocchi only until they float to avoid them becoming mushy; this usually takes less than 2 minutes.
- Drain gnocchi immediately after cooking and do not rinse to preserve the sauce's ability to cling.
- Store leftover baked gnocchi covered tightly in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat leftovers in a low oven or microwave until warmed through to maintain texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 62g | 21% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 859mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 383mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 515IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 9.6mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 7.2mg | 40% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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