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Gnocchi Bolognese Recipe

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A classic Italian-inspired Gnocchi Bolognese recipe featuring soft potato gnocchi tossed in a rich, savory ground beef tomato sauce. This comforting dish combines tender gnocchi with a hearty meat sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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For the Gnocchi

  • 1 pound potato gnocchi

For the Bolognese Sauce

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 2 cups tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bolognese Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  2. Add Tomato Sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce and sprinkle in salt, pepper, and optional Italian herbs. Stir well to combine and reduce heat to low. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 15 minutes to develop the flavors, stirring occasionally.
  3. Cook the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. Toss Gnocchi with Sauce: Add the cooked gnocchi to the simmering Bolognese sauce in the skillet. Gently toss to coat the gnocchi evenly with the sauce. Heat together for an additional 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  5. Serve: Serve the Gnocchi Bolognese immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh basil if desired.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, consider adding a splash of red wine during the sauce simmering step.
  • Fresh gnocchi can be used instead of packaged for a more authentic texture.
  • Leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Vegetarian option: substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles or sautéed mushrooms.

Keywords: Gnocchi Bolognese, Italian gnocchi, ground beef sauce, tomato sauce recipe, easy Italian dinner

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