Delicious Gnocchi Ovenschotel Recipe for Cozy Nights
Gnocchi Ovenschotel is a comforting dish featuring tender gnocchi in a rich, creamy sauce topped with bubbling cheese. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Store-bought potato gnocchi
- Ground beef
- Fresh spinach
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Homemade or store-bought tomato sauce
- Onion
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to the package instructions, usually until they float to the top. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Once the beef is cooked, stir in the fresh spinach until wilted. Then, add the tomato sauce, mixing well to combine.
- Gently fold the cooked gnocchi into the beef and spinach mixture, ensuring everything is well coated with sauce.
- Pour the gnocchi mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Generously sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheese, adding a little extra of each for a golden, cheesy crust.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- After removing it from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with other vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms. For added heat, consider adding red pepper flakes or Italian seasoning. This dish can be assembled a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.