Ground Beef Gnocchi
Ground Beef Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender gnocchi with rich, savory ground beef in a flavorful tomato sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort. With its delightful aroma and hearty texture, this meal promises to warm your soul and satisfy every craving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (16 oz) package fresh or store-bought gnocchi
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Boil salted water in a separate pot and cook gnocchi according to package instructions (until they float).
- Drain gnocchi and gently fold them into the meat sauce; simmer for an additional 3 minutes.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For a lighter version, substitute ground beef with turkey or chicken. - Add fresh spinach or kale for extra nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on low heat.