Gnocchi with Creamy Pomodoro Sauce

Looking for a simple comfort food recipe? This Baked Gnocchi is perfect! Add extra veggies or sausage to make it even more hearty. A delicious comfort food classic in record time! Using Red Gold tomatoes and fresh herbs, this meal is packed with flavor!

I know many of us in the Midwest aren’t thinking of comfort food right now. We have some crazy weather for February right now: yesterday it was 60º! It’s hard to not be super excited about sunshine, but I know for a fact that it will snow again.

Gnocchi is a pantry staple for us since it’s so quick and easy. Gabby calls it Gnocch-IO (like Pinocchio) and we just let it slide since it’s so cute with her missing teeth. Aside from pasta based dishes, it’s great for soups and slow-cooker meals. Aldi offers both regular and whole wheat varieties!

This creamy pomodoro sauce is going to be a new staple in our house. If you can’t find Red Gold whole tomatoes in a large can, feel free to substitute the crushed variety. I think this would be delicious for homemade pizza or used instead of marinara for Chicken Parmesan.

It’s a great idea to turn this into a pizza baked gnocchi. After cheese, if you add your favorite pizza toppings it’s a fun twist on a pizza night!

Baked Gnocchi with Creamy Pomodoro Sauce

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• Author: Ashleigh Evans
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Yield: Serves 4
• Diet: Omnivore

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Description

Tender gnocchi baked in a rich tomato sauce with herbs and creamy cheese. A comforting, flavorful weeknight meal.

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Ingredients

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• 1 lbs (454 g) potato gnocchi
• 1/4 cup Olive Oil
• 4 stems fresh flat leaf parsley
• 4 stems fresh rosemary
• 4 stems fresh basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp Red Gold® Tomato Paste
• Salt and black pepper
• Pinch red pepper flakes
• 1 (794 g) 28 ounce can Red Gold® Whole Peeled Tomatoes, or Crushed Tomatoes
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces (227 g) shredded Italian Cheese
• Fresh basil leaves torn for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
2. Spray an oven-safe dish with non-stick cooking spray.
3. Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
4. Add EVOO to a large pan over medium heat. Add parsley, oregano, rosemary, and basil. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the herbs become crisp. Remove herbs and discard.
5. Add shallots and stir frequently for about 3 minutes.
6. Add garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
7. Stir in tomato paste, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, cooking about 30 seconds more. Slowly pour in crushed tomatoes along with the juice. Crush with a potato masher or flat spatula.
8. Reduce heat and simmer sauce for 10 to 15 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in cream and gnocchi.
9. Pour mixture into the baking dish. Cover with cheese.
10. Place in oven and cook for 10 minutes, or until bubbly and brown.
11. Allow baked gnocchi to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with fresh torn basil.

Notes

• To prevent the gnocchi from becoming gummy, ensure they are fully cooked but not overcooked before adding them to the sauce.
• For a richer flavor, use fire-roasted crushed tomatoes instead of regular canned tomatoes.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Roasting
• Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1.5 cups
• Calories: 450
• Sugar: 5
• Sodium: 600
• Fat: 25
• Saturated Fat: 15
• Unsaturated Fat: 8
• Carbohydrates: 60
• Fiber: 5
• Protein: 15
• Cholesterol: 40

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