Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting goodness of Three Cheese Baked Gnocchi, a dish that merges pillowy gnocchi with a rich and creamy cheese sauce. This delightful casserole features a luscious blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, all baked to golden perfection under a bubbly crust. Whether you’re planning a cozy family dinner or entertaining friends, this easy-to-make recipe will surely impress. Paired beautifully with fresh salads or grilled proteins, Three Cheese Baked Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Marinara sauce for assembly
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour for 1 minute. Gradually add milk and cream, cooking until thickened (4-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in ricotta, mozzarella, and half of the parmesan until melted. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Fold cooked gnocchi and marinara into the cheese sauce.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish; top with remaining parmesan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 523
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 87mg