Baked Gnocchi with Marinara

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds potato gnocchi
• 3 cups marinara sauce
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into small pieces
• 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, torn, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi for 2 minutes, just until they float to the surface. Drain well.

   2:00 · Boil gnocchi
3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a 9-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

   0:30 · Cook garlic
4. 4

   Stir in the marinara sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to warm through and let the flavors meld.

   5:00 · Simmer sauce
5. 5

   Add the drained gnocchi and torn basil to the sauce and toss gently to coat.

6. 6

   Transfer the gnocchi and sauce to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.

7. 7

   Scatter the torn mozzarella evenly over the top, then sprinkle with the Parmesan.

8. 8

   Bake until the cheese is melted and golden in spots and the sauce is bubbling at the edges, 20 to 25 minutes.

   20:00 · Bake gnocchi
9. 9

   Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with additional fresh basil before serving.

   5:00 · Rest before serving