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Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese

Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese for Ultimate Comfort

Delight in this Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese, a perfect blend of comfort food that combines creamy cheese and tender gnocchi.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi
  • 1 lb Potato Gnocchi Store-bought works great
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Ideal for controlling seasoning
  • 2 cloves Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour For thickening the sauce
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Enhances creaminess
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For flavor depth
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Grated
  • 1 cup Fontina Cheese Grated
  • to taste none Salt
  • to taste none Pepper
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Optional but recommended
  • to taste none Fresh Basil Optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they float. Drain and spread in a greased baking dish.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle flour into the butter and garlic mixture. Whisk for 1-2 minutes until bubbly.
  5. Pour in the milk and mustard, whisking constantly. Cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in the Gruyère and Fontina cheeses until melted.
  7. Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
  8. Pour the cheese sauce over the gnocchi and stir to coat.
  9. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano on top and bake for 25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  10. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil.
  11. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months. Reheat with a splash of milk.

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