Gnocchi Casserole

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Delicious Gnocchi Casserole recipe for a hearty dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package frozen potato gnocchi
	1 lb bulk pork sausage
	1 -2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or 1 -2 cup Italian cheese blend
	1 jar your favorite pasta sauce
	1 -2 teaspoon italian seasoning

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

700

Sugar

12g

Fat

43g

Gnocchi Casserole is a comfort food that is perfect for chilly nights. This casserole combines the pillowy softness of potato gnocchi with the savory and spicy flavor of pork sausage. The creamy tomato sauce and melted cheese give it a rich and gooey texture that is irresistible. Whether you're feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this casserole is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Cook the potato gnocchi according to package instructions and set aside.
3.	In a large skillet, cook the pork sausage over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, breaking up the sausage with a spatula as it cooks.
4.	Drain excess fat from the skillet.
5.	Stir in the pasta sauce and Italian seasoning and heat until warmed through.
6.	In a baking dish, layer the cooked gnocchi with the sausage and sauce mixture.
7.	Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
8.	Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
9.	Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This Gnocchi Casserole is a hearty and delicious meal that is easy to make.

It is a great way to use up leftover sausage and pasta sauce.

This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal-prepping for the week.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those who are on a low-carb or low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutrients.
The gnocchi is a good source of carbohydrates and the pork sausage provides protein.
Tomato-based pasta sauce contains lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of some types of cancer.