Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese, a creamy and comforting dish that elevates traditional mac and cheese with the chewy goodness of gnocchi. This recipe is designed for both quick weeknight dinners and special occasions, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire. The rich blend of gruyère, fontina, and parmesan cheeses creates a velvety sauce that envelops each bite, ensuring satisfaction for both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for an extra touch. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious baked dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (packaged or homemade)
- 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 to taste
- White pepper to taste
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spray a nonstick baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Boil water in a pot, add gnocchi, cook until they float, then drain.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then whisk in flour.
- Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth; stir in mustard, cheeses, salt, and pepper until melted.
- Fold cooked gnocchi into the cheese sauce until coated.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg