GNOCCHI WITH MEAT SAUCE

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This dish from my mother-in-law is the Italian version of a meat-and-potatoes meal. I recently served it to friends who immediately wanted the recipe. -Karin Nolton, Ortonville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
GNOCCHI:
2 cups mashed potato flakes
1-1/2 cups boiling water
2 large eggs, beaten
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Place potato flakes in a large bowl; stir in boiling water until blended. Stir in eggs. Add flour and salt all at once; stir just until combined. Divide into fourths; turn each onto a floured surface. Roll into 3/4-in.-thick ropes; cut ropes into 3/4-in. pieces., Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in batches for 30-60 seconds or until gnocchi float. Remove with a slotted spoon. Place in a large bowl; top with sauce. Gently stir to coat. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Alie
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I love this recipe! It's my go-to dish when I'm craving Italian food.


Stephanie Campbell
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This dish was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Mars Brunner
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!


Ahmad Abram
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This recipe is a winner! The sauce is so flavorful and the gnocchi are cooked to perfection.


Abolaji Jumoke
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. It's a new family favorite!


Kelvin Archer
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This was the best gnocchi with meat sauce I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


janice Kathure
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I'm not a big fan of gnocchi, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce was amazing!


saidul hawlader
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely recommend it.


Polycarp Pius
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Delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the gnocchi were cooked perfectly.


Snakho Khumalo
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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is so flavorful and the gnocchi are light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ananda Khan
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. The sauce was a hit, and the gnocchi were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


JUNINZn nvEr
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This was the best gnocchi with meat sauce I've ever had! The sauce was so rich and flavorful, and the gnocchi were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Sanzuu Gatraz
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I'm not a big fan of gnocchi, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sauce was so good that it made me forget all about the gnocchi.


Tiarna Skarratt
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The sauce was simple but flavorful, and the gnocchi were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Dumisani Mazibuko
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The gnocchi were a little too soft for my liking, but the sauce was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the gnocchi for a shorter amount of time.


Manoj Ghale
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The sauce was a little spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I would definitely make this again.


Eddyo Music
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This gnocchi with meat sauce was delicious! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the gnocchi were light and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.