Spinach and Sun-dried Tomato Gnocchi Bake
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
419 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Spinach and Sun-dried Tomato Gnocchi Bake
Description
Spinach and Sun-dried Tomato Gnocchi Bake starts by sautéing onion and garlic in olive oil, then simmering them with passata, spinach, fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes, gnocchi, and crème fraîche to create a saucy base. The gnocchi absorb the flavors while maintaining their soft chewiness.
The dish is topped with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, then baked at 200°C (400°F) until the cheese melts and browns slightly, adding a creamy and slightly crispy layer. The flavor balances the sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes with fresh herbs and creamy cheese.
This bake works well served warm, either on its own or alongside a simple salad. It also adapts well to additions like cooked meats or other vegetables.
To keep the sauce smooth, retaining a bit of starchy cooking water when preparing the gnocchi can help. Leftovers reheat well and make for a satisfying meal later.
Ingredients
- 400 g gnocchi
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 garlic crushed, clove
- 350 g passata
- 50 g spinach
- 10 g basil chopped (plus extra to serve, fresh
- 85 g sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 tablespoon crème fraîche
- 150 g mozzarella cheese grated; optional
- 50 g parmesan
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C(fan)/400°F/Gas 6.
- Heat 1 teaspoon Olive oil and sauté 1 Onion and 2 Garlic clove until softened.
- Add 350 g Passata, 50 g Spinach, 10 g Fresh basil, 400 g Gnocchi, 85 g Sun-dried tomatoes, 3 tablespoon Creme fraiche and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Mix well and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Top with 50 g Parmesan and 150 g Mozzarella.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Serve with more Parmesan and chopped basil.
Notes
- Leftover shredded chicken or chopped cooked bacon can be added for protein.
- Use softer, quick-cooking vegetables if adding more veggies to maintain texture.
- Any melting cheese can substitute the mozzarella if preferred.
- Fresh herbs, extra cheese, and pine nuts can be sprinkled on top before serving for added flavor and texture.
- Keeps the gnocchi sauce silky by reserving some cooking water to add if needed.
- If gnocchi aren't available, any pasta sauce can replicate the flavor, or it can be served over chicken or salmon.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 419 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 419kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 54g | 18% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 880mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1275mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 2343IU | 47% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 432mg | 43% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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