Description
Creamy and cheesy, this Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings. Combining tender pumpkin with pillowy gnocchi and a blend of flavorful cheeses, this dish delivers every bite with a warm, savory punch. It’s an effortless recipe that can be assembled in no time, making it ideal for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. Plus, its rich taste is sure to impress guests at festive occasions. With its delightful texture and nourishing ingredients, this pumpkin bake captures the essence of autumn on your plate. Serve it as a main course or alongside your favorite salads and sides for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 350g pumpkin
- 500g gnocchi
- 50g blue cheese or soft goat's cheese
- 400ml vegetable stock
- ¼ cup single dairy cream
- 50g mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- 30g pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).
- In a saucepan, cook diced pumpkin in vegetable stock over medium heat until tender (about 10–15 minutes). Slightly mash the pumpkin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed pumpkin, gnocchi, blue cheese (or goat's cheese), dairy cream, and sage leaves; stir gently.
- Transfer to a baking dish, topping with shredded mozzarella or cheddar and chopped pecans.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 398
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 412mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg