GNOCCHI AND MEATBALL BAKE RECIPE - (4/5)

Steps:

• For Regular Version: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside. 2. Make and cook gnocchi according to recipe directions. Drain and set aside. 3. In a large bowl, add the ground beef, garlic, egg, milk, breadcrumbs, parsley, salt, oregano, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. With clean hands, mix the ingredients until well combined. Form meat mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet and cook for 18-20 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. 4. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place the cooked meatballs and cooked gnocchi into the baking dish. Pour the jar of Bertolli Marinara with Parmigiano-Reggiano over the top. Stir the mixture with a spoon. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the top. For the Quicker Version: 1. Cook gnocchi according to package directions. 2. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place the thawed meatballs and cooked gnocchi into the baking dish. Pour the jar of Bertolli Marinara with Parmigiano-Reggiano over the top. Stir the mixture with a spoon. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese over the top. For BOTH VERSIONS: 1. Once the casserole is assembled, set oven temperature to 350°F. Bake casserole for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbly. 2. To serve, garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.