Cheesy Baked Gnocchi Casserole
A comforting delight combining tender potato gnocchi, savory Italian sausage, and a luscious blend of cheeses, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of potato gnocchi
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 can (15 oz) of tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the Italian sausage in a skillet with olive oil for 7-10 minutes.
- Add the spinach and cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and heavy cream, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then drain.
- Combine the gnocchi with the sausage and sauce mixture.
- Prepare a baking dish and pour the mixture in, topping with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version, or use non-dairy cream substitutes as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: gnocchi, casserole, cheesy, comfort food, Italian