Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Three Cheese Baked Gnocchi, a dish that’s perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. This comforting recipe features soft gnocchi smothered in a rich cheese sauce made from ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan, all topped with a golden, bubbly crust. In just 40 minutes, you can create an impressive meal that will satisfy even the biggest cheese lovers. Whether served as a main course or paired with fresh salads and garlic bread, this baked gnocchi is sure to become a favorite for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 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
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float; drain.
- In a skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux. Gradually add milk and cream, stirring until thickened.
- Remove from heat and mix in ricotta, mozzarella, and half of the parmesan until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Fold cooked gnocchi and marinara into the cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining parmesan, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg