Baked Cheesy Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce

Baked Cheesy Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients:

• 500g gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
• Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Gnocchi: If using store-bought gnocchi, boil according to package instructions until they float to the surface, then drain.
3. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
4. Combine Gnocchi and Sauce: In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of marinara sauce. Add the drained gnocchi, then pour over the remaining marinara sauce.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes. Serve hot.