Description

Gnocchi Bolognese is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy dinners at home or impressing guests at special occasions. This dish features soft, pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a rich and savory Bolognese sauce made with lean ground beef, aromatic herbs, and a splash of red wine. Ready in just under an hour, this hearty meal combines simple ingredients to create a flavor-packed experience that warms you from the inside out. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil for an inviting touch.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 medium carrot, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
½ cup (100 ml) dry red wine
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cans (14 oz each) crushed tomatoes
1½ lb (900 g) gnocchi

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook until softened.
Stir in garlic and ground beef; brown the meat for about 5–6 minutes.
Pour in red wine; simmer briefly to evaporate alcohol. Add tomato paste and herbs; mix well.
Stir in crushed tomatoes and bay leaves; bring to boil then simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook gnocchi according to package directions; drain.
Combine cooked gnocchi with sauce, adjust seasoning, and serve garnished with Parmesan and basil.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 450
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 60mg