Description
Hearty ground beef gnocchi delivers comfort on a plate with rich, savory flavors. Rustic Italian-inspired ingredients create a satisfying meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package (16 ounces / 454 grams) potato gnocchi
- 1 large onion
- 3 cloves garlic
Seasoning and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet with olive oil over medium-high temperature for even heat distribution.
- Introduce finely diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate ground beef, breaking into small crumbles while cooking until completely browned and no pink remains, about 6-7 minutes.
- Blend tomato paste, tomato sauce, and beef broth into the meat mixture, seasoning with Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper for enhanced flavor profile.
- Allow sauce to simmer and reduce slightly, creating a rich, concentrated consistency for approximately 5 minutes.
- Gently fold gnocchi directly into the skillet, ensuring each piece becomes thoroughly coated with the savory sauce.
- Cover and cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure gnocchi become perfectly tender.
- Remove from heat and generously sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the dish.
- Garnish with vibrant, torn fresh basil leaves for a burst of aromatic freshness.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, offering a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version that maintains rich flavor and protein content.
- Use gluten-free gnocchi to make the dish celiac-friendly without compromising texture or taste.
- Enhance meal prep by cooking extra beef mixture, which can be stored in refrigerator for quick future meals.
- Boost nutrition by adding diced bell peppers or spinach during the simmering stage for extra vegetables and vitamins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg