Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake, a hearty dish that combines tender gnocchi with a savory beef bolognese sauce and a gooey cheddar cheese topping. This recipe is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, delivering satisfaction on every plate. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, you can create a delightful meal that warms the heart. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy night in or hosting friends, this baked delight will surely impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of turkey turkey bacon, chopped
- 3 shallots, finely diced
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 2 small stalks of celery, finely diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
- 400g (14oz) lean ground beef
- 400g (14oz) canned chopped tomatoes
- 240ml (1 cup) chicken stock
- 500g (17.5oz) gnocchi
- 120g (4.2oz) grated mature cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a frying pan over medium-high heat, spray with olive oil and cook the chopped turkey turkey bacon until golden. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté shallots, carrot, and celery until softened.
- Add crushed garlic and ground beef; cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked turkey turkey bacon along with mixed herbs, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, and stock; bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Mix in gnocchi; cover and simmer for an additional 5-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheddar cheese, and broil for about 4 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approximately 323g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg