Indulgent Creamy Baked Gnocchi That's Pure Comfort Joy
A comforting Creamy Baked Gnocchi dish that’s quick to prepare and customizable for any dietary need.
Equipment
- baking dish
- large pot
- Medium saucepan
- whisk
- spatula
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi
- 16 ounces Gnocchi homemade or store-bought
For the Sauce
- 4 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
- 2 cups Milk 2% or heavy cream or plant-based milk
- 4 tablespoons Flour use gluten-free flour if needed
- to taste Salt adjust to your liking
- 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
For the Cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese plus more for topping
- 1 cup Fontal Cheese or substitutes like Gruyere or Gouda
For Garnish
- to taste Fresh Thyme optional
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water for 2–3 minutes until they float, then drain.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk to the roux while whisking until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in salt, basil, oregano, Parmesan, and Fontal cheese until melted and smooth.
- Fold the cooked gnocchi into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining Parmesan.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly on top.
Notes
For a richer sauce, add heavy cream. Customize with vegetables or proteins as desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
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