Description
Gnocchi al Pomodoro is a cozy Italian comfort dish featuring pillowy-soft potato gnocchi tossed in a rich tomato sauce, topped with gooey mozzarella, and finished with a sprinkle of parmesan. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced or whole tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 (16-ounce / 500g) package potato gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese or pecorino romano, grated
- 8 ounces (210g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add the tomatoes (with their juices), oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, breaking down the tomatoes with a spoon if using whole ones.
- Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions in salted boiling water until they float to the surface, then drain.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the tomato sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle in parmesan cheese and stir until melted into the sauce.
- Top with shredded mozzarella, cover with a lid, and let sit for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melty and gooey.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parmesan or fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- For a fresher flavor, substitute canned tomatoes with 4–5 fresh ripe tomatoes.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Can be baked: transfer gnocchi with sauce to an oven-safe dish, sprinkle mozzarella on top, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Pairs wonderfully with garlic bread and a crisp green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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