Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake
Cheesy Bolognese Gnocchi Bake is a rich and comforting dish combining tender gnocchi, savory bolognese sauce, and golden melted cheddar for an irresistible family-friendly meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 slices back bacon chopped, fat removed
- 3 shallots finely diced
- 1 carrot finely diced
- 2 small stalks celery finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic crushed
- 400 g 14oz extra lean beef mince
- ½ tablespoon dried mixed herbs
- 400 g 14oz canned chopped tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sweetener or sugar optional
- 240 ml 1 cup chicken or beef stock
- 500 g 17.5oz gnocchi
- 120 g 4.2oz mature cheddar, grated
- Olive oil cooking spray
- Salt and black pepper
- Few fresh basil leaves torn
Instructions
- Fry chopped bacon in a pan until golden, then set aside.
- Sauté shallots, carrot, and celery until softened, adding water or stock if needed.
- Add garlic and beef mince, cooking until browned.
- Return bacon, stir in herbs, tomatoes, tomato paste, stock, sweetener, and balsamic; simmer 20 minutes.
- Add gnocchi, cook 5–8 minutes until tender, adding stock if needed.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheddar, and broil until bubbly.
- Garnish with basil and serve.