Description
A quick and delicious one-pot lasagna made with gnocchi, perfect for weeknight dinners in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 pound Ground Beef or Sausage
- 2 cups Marinara Sauce
- 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup Fresh Basil or Spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef or sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
- Pour in the marinara sauce, followed by the gnocchi. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Dollop ricotta over the mixture, sprinkle mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top, cover with a lid, and let simmer on low for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add fresh basil or spinach, and let it wilt slightly while stirring for another minute or two.
- Remove from heat, let cool for a minute, and serve warm garnished with extra basil or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a lighter option, use ground turkey or plant-based sausage. Consider garnishing with fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: gnocchi, lasagna, one-pot recipe, easy dinner, Italian cuisine
