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A vibrant plate of golden-brown baked gnocchi topped with fresh green spinach leaves and a drizzle of creamy pesto sauce, garnished with grated cheese and fresh basil, styled on a rustic wooden table with a colorful background.

Creamy Pesto Spinach Gnocchi Bake Delight

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A savory baked gnocchi dish flavored with creamy basil pesto and fresh spinach, topped with melted cheese and herbs, oven-baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) store-bought or homemade gnocchi
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until tender, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in basil pesto and heavy cream, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine cooked gnocchi with the pesto mixture, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute the heavy cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • Use fresh basil pesto for the best flavor or make your own for added freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 27 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 56 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 19 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg