Description
Creamy Pesto Spinach Gnocchi Bake. This dish is like a cozy hug on a plate, perfect for those chilly evenings when you want something comforting yet delicious. The combination of pillowy gnocchi, vibrant spinach, and rich, creamy pesto sauce creates a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float, then drain.
- Prepare the creamy pesto sauce by mixing heavy cream, pesto, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
- Combine the cooked gnocchi, sautéed spinach, and creamy pesto sauce in a baking dish.
- Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, then bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the gnocchi to avoid mushiness.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Let the dish rest before serving for better flavor melding.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg