Description
This Ground Beef Gnocchi recipe is a cozy, one-pan meal made with tender gnocchi simmered in a creamy tomato sauce with savory ground beef and parmesan. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
- ⅓ cup chicken or beef broth
- ¾ cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion for 7–10 minutes, breaking up the meat as it cooks. Spoon out excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking until fragrant.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), broth, heavy cream, and uncooked gnocchi to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Once the mixture begins to bubble, cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Uncover and stir, then let the mixture simmer for a few more minutes until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce thickens.
- Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
- Add fresh spinach at the end for color and nutrition.
- Swap parmesan with cheddar for a cheesier version.
- White wine can replace broth for added depth.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for 3–4 days; reheat with added broth or cream.
- Not recommended for freezing due to gnocchi texture change.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
