Description
Gnocchi Mac & Cheese is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines soft, pillowy gnocchi with a rich, creamy cheese sauce. Each bite delivers an explosion of cheesy goodness, perfect for cozy family dinners or a satisfying solo meal. This delightful fusion of flavors will transport you back to warm gatherings filled with laughter and good food. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the gnocchi until they float (2-3 minutes), then drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour until golden brown.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Cook until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cheddar and Gruyère until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in the cooked gnocchi until coated, then transfer to a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg