Description
Baked Meatball and Gnocchi Casserole
Caption: A comforting and cheesy dish combining tender meatballs, fluffy gnocchi, and rich marinara—perfect for family dinners!
Ingredients:
For the casserole:
1 lb pre-cooked or homemade meatballs
16 oz gnocchi
2 cups marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For garnish:
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Prepare the gnocchi:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook gnocchi according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
Assemble the casserole:
In a large baking dish, spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom. Add the cooked gnocchi and arrange the meatballs on top. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the meatballs and gnocchi.
Add the cheese:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the dish.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the meatballs are heated through.
Garnish and serve:
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm as a comforting main dish for family dinners.
This baked meatball and gnocchi casserole is a rich, cheesy, and satisfying meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to please everyone at the table!
