Baked French Onion Gnocchi: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Indulge in Baked French Onion Gnocchi, a cozy dish blending classic Italian and French flavors, ready in under 45 minutes.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: French, Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

½ cup White wine Substitute with beef broth for alcohol-free version.
2 tablespoons Unsalted butter Room temperature for even caramelization.
1 cup Beef broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
1 tablespoon Fresh minced thyme Use dried thyme in smaller quantity.
to taste Salt Kosher or sea salt is preferred.

For the Gnocchi

16 ounces Gnocchi (fresh or frozen) Fresh offers lighter texture.

For the Onion Mixture

1 large Sweet onion (thinly sliced) Other sweet or yellow onions can be used.
2 tablespoons Olive oil Butter can be used for richer flavor.
to taste Pepper Adjust for desired flavor balance.

For the Topping

8-10 slices French bread Day-old bread works best for crispiness.
1-2 cups Shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese Gruyere recommended for its nutty essence.

Equipment

Oven
Skillet or Dutch Oven
baking dish

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and have a large skillet or Dutch oven ready.
Melt 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced sweet onions and cook for about 20–30 minutes until caramelized.
Pour in ½ cup of white wine, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Stir in 1 cup of beef broth and 1 tablespoon of fresh minced thyme. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add 16 ounces of gnocchi into the simmering onion mixture. Cook for an additional 5–10 minutes until the gnocchi are tender.
Season with salt and pepper, then transfer the gnocchi and sauce into a greased baking dish.
Layer 8-10 slices of French bread on top and sprinkle 1 to 2 cups of shredded cheese over it.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of Swiss and Gruyere cheese. Caramelizing onions properly enhances the sweetness and flavor.

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