Gnocchi Sausage Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Foundations & Pasta
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A pound (450g) of gnocchi made from potatoes – whether it's shelf-stable or straight from the freezer, both are perfect.
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450g (1 lb) of Italian sausage, no casings – adds fantastic flavor but totally your call if you wanna skip it.
→ Saucy Delights
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One cup (240ml) of the marinara sauce you love best.
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240ml (1 cup) of luxurious heavy cream.
→ Cheesy Layers
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Two cups (200g) of shredded mozzarella – hello oozy cheesiness!
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Half a cup (50g) of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
→ Fresh & Flavorful Twists
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One cup (150g) of cherry tomatoes, cut in half.
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Two cups (60g) of baby spinach leaves.
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Three garlic cloves, finely chopped.
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A teaspoon of dried oregano for a kick.
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A quarter cup (10g) of basil, freshly torn.
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Two tablespoons of nice olive oil.
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A sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper for final seasoning.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Need to prep frozen gnocchi? Follow the package steps, but if they're shelf-stable, you're good to go.
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Warm up olive oil in your trusty oven-safe skillet. Toss in the minced garlic and cook it just long enough to smell amazing – about a minute. If you're using sausage, now’s its moment – cook it till it's golden and delicious, then take it out for later.
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In the same skillet, mix your marinara and heavy cream together. Sprinkle in that oregano – trust me, it’s going to smell like heaven.
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Here’s the fun bit! Put a little sauce on the bottom of the skillet, then load up with gnocchi, spinach, cherry tomatoes, the sausage you cooked, and both cheeses. Repeat those layers until you’ve used everything or the skillet’s full. Top the whole thing with a thick blanket of mozzarella and Parmesan.
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Bake it for 20 to 25 minutes till it's bubbling and golden. Want the top to be extra crispy? Throw it under the broiler for 2-3 minutes. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes (hard, but worth it). Sprinkle fresh basil over the top, and you’re ready to serve!
# Notes:
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Don’t feel like using sausage? Skip it! The dish is still super tasty.
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If you have leftovers (lucky you), they reheat wonderfully.
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That resting time? Super important for the best texture, so don’t skip it!