Description
Cacio e Pepe baked gnocchi is a comforting Italian dish that merges the classic flavors of Cacio e Pepe with soft, pillowy gnocchi. This elegant yet simple recipe features a creamy cheese sauce enriched with freshly cracked black pepper, making it perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests. With minimal ingredients and effort, you can create a gourmet experience that leaves everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this indulgent culinary adventure that embodies warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound potato gnocchi
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the gnocchi in boiling water until they float (about 2-3 minutes), then drain.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and add heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, then stir in half of the Parmesan and Pecorino Romano cheeses until smooth.
- Gently mix in the cooked gnocchi until well-coated with the sauce.
- Season generously with black pepper and transfer to the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 95mg