Description
Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines tender gnocchi with a rich bolognese meat sauce, topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this baked masterpiece brings together the savory flavors of beef, aromatic vegetables, and creamy cheese into a delightful casserole that everyone will love. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a hearty meal, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Gather your loved ones around the table and serve up this ultimate comfort food that is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices back bacon
- 400g extra lean beef mince
- 3 shallots
- 1 carrot
- 2 small stalks celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 400g chopped tomatoes (canned)
- 240ml chicken or beef stock
- 500g gnocchi
- 120g mature cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a frying pan over medium-high heat, spray olive oil and fry the bacon until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté shallots, carrot, and celery until softened. Add water if needed.
- Add garlic and ground beef to the pan; cook until browned.
- Stir in cooked bacon, mixed herbs, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, stock, and balsamic vinegar. Bring to a boil; then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in gnocchi; simmer for another 5-8 minutes until cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with grated cheddar cheese, and broil for about 4 minutes until melted and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the bake (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg