Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake, a hearty dish that combines creamy ricotta, savory pumpkin puree, and layers of melty cheese. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe promises an unforgettable culinary experience that warms both the heart and the palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 pound gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 6 fresh sage leaves (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, chopped sage, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold gnocchi into the pumpkin mixture until evenly coated.
- Layer half the gnocchi mixture in the baking dish, sprinkle with half the mozzarella and Parmesan. Repeat with remaining mixture and cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg