Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake: The Ultimate Comfort Dish

Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake is a comforting, budget-friendly dish that combines pillowy gnocchi with a savory bolognese sauce topped with gooey cheese.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Gnocchi

16 ounces gnocchi Soft potato dumplings
2 tablespoons olive oil Essential for sautéing

For the Bolognese Sauce

1 pound ground beef Substitute with plant-based ground for vegetarian
1 medium onion Chopped
2 cloves garlic Minced
28 ounces crushed tomatoes Canned or fresh
2 tablespoons tomato paste Enriches the sauce
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Adjust to taste
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for spice

For Cheesy Toppings

2 cups mozzarella cheese Shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese Grated

Seasoning Essentials

to taste salt
to taste pepper

Equipment

large skillet
large pot
baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until translucent, then add garlic.
Add ground beef, season, and cook until browned.
Stir in tomato paste, then add crushed tomatoes and simmer for 10 minutes.
Cook gnocchi in salted boiling water for 2-3 minutes until they float, then drain.
Combine gnocchi with bolognese sauce in a baking dish, top with cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Cool for 5 minutes, then serve garnished with parsley or basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is freezer-friendly for up to 2 months. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

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