Description
Cheesy Baked Gnocchi is quick and easy comfort food that is made all in one pot. Made with chewy bites of gnocchi smothered in a simple tomato-based sauce and topped with gooey melty cheese, this hot skillet dinner couldn't be any more delicious or flavorful. With minimal prep, this recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight meal or heart-warming weekend dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup onions, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups (24 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 pound gnocchi, uncooked
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Heat oil in a large cast-iron skillet (or oven safe skillet) for 2 minutes over medium-high heat until the hot oil sizzles and shimmers. Add onions and garlic and sauté until tender, about 2-3 minutes. Stir well to combine.
- Add in tomato sauce, tomato paste, gnocchi, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
- Remove from heat and top with mozzarella cheese slices and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the skillet into the oven and bake until the gnocchi is tender and the cheese melts and turns golden brown, about 28-30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with basil and serve.
Notes
How to store: Allow the baked gnocchi to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container and refrigerating it for up to 3 days.
How to reheat: Reheat leftover gnocchi in the oven at 350℉ for 10-15 minutes. You can also reheat a batch on the stovetop over medium-low heat until warmed through and the cheese is melty.
How to freeze: Transfer the baked gnocchi into a freezer-safe container or wrap the pan tightly in plastic cling wrap and double wrap in aluminum foil. If planning to freeze the entire casserole, I recommend making it in a disposable 9x13-inch casserole pan for easy storing. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen in a 350℉ oven for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian