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Gnocchi Mac and Cheese – Easy Comfort Food Recipe You’ll Love

Gnocchi Mac and Cheese in baking dish with golden topping
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Creamy, cheesy comfort food takes a twist with pillowy potato gnocchi baked in a rich cheese sauce and topped with a golden, crunchy breadcrumb layer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (17-1/2 ounces) potato gnocchi (about 4 cups)
  • 3 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups 2% milk
  • 8 ounces fontina cheese, grated
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, grated
  • 2 ounces Asiago cheese, grated
  • Bread crumb topping:
  • 1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Grease a 13×9-in. baking dish.

2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt. Add gnocchi and cook for half the time listed on the package, about 1-2 minutes.

3. Drain the gnocchi and transfer to a large bowl. Add olive oil and toss to coat. Set aside.

4. In a Dutch oven or large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in ground mustard, white pepper, sage, garlic powder, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt.

5. Whisk in flour and cook until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes.

6. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a simmer, whisking constantly until thickened, 4-5 minutes.

7. Add fontina, mozzarella, and Asiago cheeses. Stir until melted and smooth.

8. Fold in the cooked gnocchi and mix well to coat.

9. Transfer the gnocchi and cheese mixture to the prepared baking dish.

10. In a small bowl, mix panko, Parmesan, and melted butter. Sprinkle evenly over the gnocchi.

11. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cheese sauce is bubbling.

12. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed warm and fresh out of the oven. For added flavor, try mixing in cooked pancetta or sautéed mushrooms with the gnocchi before baking. To make it ahead, assemble the dish up to the baking step and refrigerate; bake just before serving.

Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/gnocchi-mac-and-cheese/