Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese, a delightful twist on traditional mac and cheese. This dish combines the pillowy texture of gnocchi with a rich, creamy cheese sauce made from gruyère, fontina, and parmesan cheeses. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this baked gnocchi recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether you’re adding fresh veggies or a protein boost, this cheesy casserole is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound packaged or homemade gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup full-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup grated gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup grated fontina cheese
- Salt to taste
- White pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until tender; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and gradually add milk while stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in dijon mustard, gruyère, fontina, salt, white pepper, and half of the parmesan until melted.
- Combine cooked gnocchi with the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Transfer to the baking dish, top with remaining parmesan cheese, and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg