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French Onion Gnocchi

A comforting dish combining soft gnocchi with rich, caramelized onions and a creamy sauce, topped with melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Gnocchi
  • 1 pound potato gnocchi store-bought or homemade
Onion Mixture
  • 3 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter for caramelizing
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar to enhance caramelization
  • 1 cup beef broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup gruyère cheese shredded
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Caramelize Onions
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, salt, and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.
  2. Add the beef broth and thyme to the skillet. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the liquid reduces slightly.
Cook Gnocchi
  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
Combine and Bake
  1. In the skillet with the caramelized onions, stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked gnocchi and mix well.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle the gruyère and parmesan cheese evenly on top.
  3. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with additional thyme if desired. This dish pairs well with a side salad.

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