About This Recipe

Inspired by a birthday dinner request, this Gnocchi and Meatball Bake brings the taste of Italy to your table. My husband, a huge fan of Italian food, loved this dish! It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that combines the comforting flavors of gnocchi and meatballs.

This recipe is also perfect for celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Bertolli brand and its Tuscan heritage.

Celebrating Bertolli’s Tuscan Heritage

The Bertolli brand is celebrating 150 years of delivering delicious, high-quality Italian-style foods. Visit www.villabertolli.com to discover 150 ways to bring Tuscany to your table. You can also follow Bertolli on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.

During the month of October, Bertolli will donate funds to No Kid Hungry for each #MyTuscanTable share. They will help feed kids in need 10 healthy meals*, with a minimum donation of half a million meals.

*This amount is based on the individual experiences of grant recipients. Contributions will be used to reach the highest number of children facing hunger in America. Share Our Strength is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.

Explore Bertolli Riserva Pasta Sauces

The New Bertolli Riserva Pasta Sauces are Tuscan-inspired, made with premium ingredients, like imported Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, extra-virgin olive oil, aged balsamic vinegar, and porcini mushrooms. These sauces will elevate any meal! They are perfect for pasta, chicken, and other Italian-inspired dishes.

New Bertolli Riserva Pasta Sauces:

• Asiago with Artichokes: Aged Asiago cheese and tender artichokes. Serve with farfalle pasta or chicken.
• Balsamic with Caramelized Onions: Aged balsamic vinegar and sweet caramelized onions. Serve with fusilli pasta or chicken.
• Marinara with Parmigiano-Reggiano: Imported Parmigiano-Reggiano and extra-virgin olive oil. A classic marinara.
• Porcini Mushrooms with White Truffle Oil: Shade-grown porcini mushrooms and decadent white truffle oil. Serve with fettuccine pasta or chicken.

Find Bertolli Riserva at your local grocery store or visit www.villabertolli.com to find a store near you. The suggested retail price is $5.99 per 24 oz. glass jar.

Why You’ll Love This Gnocchi and Meatball Bake

This recipe is a family favorite! It’s easy to customize and a great way to enjoy a comforting, flavorful meal. It’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

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Gnocchi and Meatball Bake Recipe

Rating: 4.45 from 9 votes

Servings: 6 servings

Gnocchi and Meatball Bake

By Jamie Sherman

This Gnocchi and Meatball Bake is perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be special enough to serve to company!

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 45 mins

Total: 1 hr

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Equipment

• Silicone Pot Holder Trivet Mats
• Pyrex Easy Grab Glass Bakeware and Food Storage Set
• Baking Sheets
• Cookie Scoop
• Calphalon 5-Piece Nylon Kitchen Cooking Utensil Set
• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Measuring Cups and Spoons

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg
• ¼ cup milk
• ½ cup dry breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon dried oregano
• ¼ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 jar spaghetti sauce, 24 oz.
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded, 4 oz.
• 1 package potato gnocchi, 16 oz.
• Additional chopped parsley, optional (for serving)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
2. Cook gnocchi according to package directions.
3. In a large bowl, add ground beef, garlic, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, oregano, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until combined. Form into 1-inch balls. Place on the baking sheet and cook for 18-20 minutes or until no longer pink.
4. Lower the oven to 350°F.
5. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place cooked meatballs and gnocchi into the dish. Pour spaghetti sauce over top. Stir. Sprinkle with Mozzarella cheese.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.
7. Garnish with parsley (optional).

Notes

Tips:

• To save time, use frozen meatballs.
• You can use homemade gnocchi.
• A small cookie scoop ensures meatballs are uniform in size.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

Calories: 387 kcal, Carbohydrates: 43g, Protein: 29g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 95mg, Sodium: 1414mg, Potassium: 739mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 844IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 247mg, Iron: 7mg

Nutrition information is an approximation.

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