Baked French Onion Gnocchi
A comforting dish that combines the richness of French onion soup with the chewiness of gnocchi, topped with gooey cheese and caramelized onions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package gnocchi Frozen or fresh gnocchi can be used.
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter For caramelizing onions.
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded Can substitute with Swiss or cheddar.
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons flour For thickening the onion mixture.
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Chopped for garnish parsley Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and let them cook until caramelized, about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle in the flour and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually pour in the broth while stirring to ensure the mixture thickens nicely.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface.
- Combine the gnocchi with the onion mixture in a baking dish, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
- Generously sprinkle both the Gruyère and mozzarella cheeses on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley before serving warm.
Notes
To enhance flavors, serve with a mixed greens salad and a robust red wine. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.