{"id":79251,"date":"2023-03-11T21:00:57","date_gmt":"2023-03-11T20:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/gnocchi-auflauf\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T16:02:26","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T15:02:26","slug":"baked-gnocchi-with-salsiccia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/baked-gnocchi-with-salsiccia\/","title":{"rendered":"Baked Gnocchi with Tomato and Salsiccia"},"content":{"rendered":"

This baked gnocchi with tomato and salsiccia<\/strong> is hearty, delicious and easy enough for weeknights. It\u2019s comfort food one-pan meal that comes together in no time at all!<\/p>\n

Simple, easy, delicious. Store-bought fresh gnocchi, canned cherry tomatoes, Italian sausage, and spinach are a winning combination, especially when given an extra dose of flavor from fresh rosemary, and saut\u00e9ed shallots and garlic. All of which is topped with fresh mozzerella and parmesan and baked until bubbling and perfection is achieved. You\u2019re in for a treat with this delicious baked gnocchi recipe!<\/p>\n

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Gnocchi casserole \u2014 a one pan meal<\/h2>\n

This one-pan, baked gnocchi is super simple to make. It\u2019s prepared using an oven proof skillet or my favourite new enamel-plated cast iron casserole<\/a>, which makes serving it directly out of the pan very appealing. The shallots, garlic and Italian sausage are prepared on the stovetop and the rest of the magic takes place in the oven. Fresh gnocchi cooks right in the sauce, making clean-up a cinch!<\/p>\n

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Key Ingredients for baked gnocchi<\/h2>\n

Salsiccia Italian sausage:<\/strong> typically salsiccia is seasoned with big flavors which is what gives this sauce depth of flavor and its delicious taste. You\u2019ll find it sold as spicy or mild. I tend to prefer the spicy version, called \u201cSalsiccia Piccante\u201d which is adds depth of flavour without overpowering the dish with spicy heat. All you have to do is remove it from the casing and brown it before baking the gnocchi.<\/p>\n

Canned cherry tomatoes:<\/strong> Ultra sweet, ripe and juicy, canned cherry tomatoes add so much flavor, freshness and and texture to the sauce. I love to use Italy\u2018s number one brand; Mutti (unpaid mention!).<\/p>\n

Store-bought fresh gnocchi:<\/strong> fresh gnocchi is key here, as it doesn\u2019t need to be precooked. And of course homemade gnocchi also would be a grand choice!<\/p>\n

Mozzerella & Parmesan:<\/strong> Fresh Italian mozzarella or mozzarella di Bufala (buffalo mozzerella) is the way to go; avoid pre-shredded processed cheese. Same goes for parmesan, freshly grated is best since pre-grated, dry parmesan cheese, is also more difficult to melt.<\/p>\n

Aromatics, wine and spices:<\/strong> Shallots, garlic, dry white wine, rosemary and chili flakes all add extra flavor to an otherwise simple sauce. Of course, salt and pepper too!<\/p>\n

Spinach:<\/strong> a great way to add a pop of flavor and extra goodness to this gnocchi casserole. Both baby spinach or stemmed and chopped leaf spinach work well.<\/p>\n

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A quick gnocchi casserole in three easy steps!<\/h2>\n

Step 1: Saut\u00e9!<\/h3>\n

The base of the sauce all starts with saut\u00e9ed shallots, garlic, Italian sausage and a little white wine for flavor. These flavours marry together and set the stage for the sauce. The sausage will bake a little more in the oven, however it should be fully cooked beforehand to avoid undercooking.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Assemble!<\/h3>\n

Add the tomatoes, rosemary, spinach, gnocchi to the oven-proof skillet; stirring to combine. Top with slices of fresh mozzarella and a sprinkling of parmesan.<\/p>\n

Step 3: Bake!<\/h3>\n

Bake until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese has reached melty perfection.<\/p>\n

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How to adapt this baked gnocchi with tomato and salsiccia recipe<\/h2>\n

This simple, flavourful gnocchi recipe<\/strong> is easy to adapt to suit the ingredients you have on hand. The cherry tomatoes can be subbed out with a can of chopped tomatoes. And although the white wine adds flavour, if you prefer to cook without alcohol, it can also be omitted. Simply use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water to add a little extra flavour. Try ricotta instead of mozzarella or add dry Italian herbs instead of rosemary. As for the greens, spinach can easily be replaced with heartier greens, which can be braised with the salsiccia until tender.<\/p>\n

No oven proof skillet, no problem<\/h2>\n

Although this is meant to be a one-pan dish<\/strong>, it can also be prepared using two. One for preparing the sauce and one to bake the gnocchi casserole. Simply prepare the sauce in a regular skillet, mix it together with the rest of the ingredients and then transfer it to an oven proof casserole to bake in the oven. Easy peasy!<\/p>\n

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Looking for other one-pot\/pan recipes?<\/h2>\n

Then try one of these delicious meals:<\/p>\n