Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese
Tasty Baked Gnocchi Mac and Cheese is a comforting delight that transforms traditional mac and cheese into a creamy, cheesy casserole featuring tender gnocchi. This easy-to-make dish is packed with rich flavors from a blend of gruyère, fontina, and parmesan cheeses, creating a sauce that perfectly coats each bite. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe offers a gourmet experience without the fuss. Customize it with your favorite herbs or proteins to make it uniquely yours!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi (packaged or homemade)
- Nonstick spray
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
- 1 tablespoon regular 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
- Optional: Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the gnocchi per package instructions until they float. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in flour to form a roux and cook for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Mix in Dijon mustard followed by gruyère and fontina cheeses until melted; season with salt and white pepper.
- Combine cooked gnocchi with the cheese sauce in a bowl, then transfer to a nonstick baking dish.
- Sprinkle parmesan on top and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before garnishing with basil leaves and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg