Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the creamy delight of Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese, a comforting twist on the classic favorite. This dish brings together the delightful texture of gnocchi with a rich cheese sauce, making it perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to cozy movie nights. With a blend of gruyère, fontina, and parmesan cheeses, each bite is packed with flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Best of all, it’s easy to prepare in just 15 minutes of prep time, ensuring you can whip up this cheesy goodness quickly and effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 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 and white pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Nonstick spray (for baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray a nonstick baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth; then add mustard, gruyère, fontina, salt, and white pepper until melted.
- Combine cooked gnocchi with the cheese sauce and transfer to the baking dish.
- Sprinkle parmesan on top and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg