Giada Baked Gnocchi Recipe
Giada's baked gnocchi recipe is a must-try if you really enjoy Italian food.Here, you'll especially love how the creamy Gorgonzola sauce melds perfectly with the soft, pillowy gnocchi.Make sure to whisk the milk slowly into the flour to achieve a smooth sauce.Don't forget to bake until the top is beautifully golden brown for maximum flavor and texture.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gnocchi
- 1 cup Gorgonzola Cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cook your gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float to the top.
- Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for about one minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth.
- Add the bay leaf and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and whisk in the Gorgonzola until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the gnocchi with the sauce and pour into an 8-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil on top and bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.