Baked Gnocchi with Tomato and Mozzarella

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Baked Gnocchi with Tomato and Mozzarella.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, grab an oven-safe baking dish and give it a light coating of olive oil to prevent sticking.

3. Step 3

   In a large pot, bring some lightly salted water to a rolling boil.

4. Step 4

   Once it’s bubbling, gently add the gnocchi and watch as they dance to the surface—this should take about 2 to 4 minutes.

5. Step 5

   Once they’re floating, drain them and set them aside for now.

6. Step 6

   While the gnocchi is cooking, heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

7. Step 7

   Toss in the chopped onion and sauté it until it becomes soft and translucent, which should take around 5 minutes.

8. Step 8

   Next, add the minced garlic and let it cook for about 30 seconds, just until it releases that wonderful aroma.

9. Step 9

   Now, let’s prepare the tomatoes! Cut a small 'X' in the skin of each tomato half to help them break down.

10. Step 10

    Add these to your skillet and give them a good stir.

11. Step 11

    Pour in some white wine and let everything simmer together for about 10 minutes, until the tomatoes are tender.

12. Step 12

    As they cook, gently crush them with a spoon to release their juicy goodness, and don’t forget to toss in those torn basil leaves.

13. Step 13

    Keep crushing lightly to create a lovely sauce, and remove any loosened skins that float to the top.

14. Step 14

    Let it simmer for another minute on low heat to meld those flavors beautifully.

15. Step 15

    Once your sauce is ready, it’s time to bring the gnocchi back into the mix.

16. Step 16

    Add the drained gnocchi to the skillet and gently stir until they’re well coated in that delicious sauce.

17. Step 17

    Remove the skillet from the heat and fold in the mozzarella balls, making sure they’re coated but not melted—this will keep them delightfully chewy.

18. Step 18

    Now, transfer this mouthwatering gnocchi mixture into your prepared baking dish.

19. Step 19

    To finish it off, sprinkle a generous layer of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese on top.

20. Step 20

    Pop it into your preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted and bubbly.

21. Step 21

    When it’s ready, take it out and garnish with fresh basil sprigs for that extra touch of flavor and color.

22. Step 22

    Serve it up and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in every bite!.