Baked Gnocchi with Mushrooms

Baked gnocchi with mushrooms is a delicious and comforting dish, perfect for a hearty dinner. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 500 g of potato gnocchi
• 300 g of mixed mushrooms (porcini, champignons, chiodini, etc.)
• 150 g of Fontina cheese or Scamorza (you can choose based on the taste you prefer)
• 200 ml of cooking cream
• 1 clove of garlic
• Chopped parsley to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for grating

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the mushrooms carefully with a damp cloth and cut them into slices or pieces.
2. In a large pan, heat some oil with a clove of garlic until golden, then remove the garlic.
3. Add the mushrooms to the pan and let them sauté until they are golden brown and the water has almost completely evaporated. Season with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley.
4. Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in plenty of salted water following the instructions on the package. Drain them when they float to the top, which means they are cooked.
5. While the gnocchi are cooking, heat the cream in a small pot and add the cheese cut into small pieces or cubes. Stir until you have a smooth cream.
6. In an ovenproof dish, combine the gnocchi with the mushrooms and the cheese cream, mixing gently so as not to break the gnocchi.
7. Sprinkle the surface with grated Parmesan cheese and a few flakes of butter if you want a golden and crispy gratin.
8. Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees C for about 15-20 minutes or until the surface is well gratinated and golden.

Serve the baked gnocchi with mushrooms piping hot, perhaps accompanied by a fresh salad to balance the flavors.

Curiosity

Gnocchi is an ancient dish, whose origins are difficult to establish. In Italian tradition, especially in the North, Thursday is often called “Gnocchi Thursday”. Moreover, with the addition of mushrooms, a synergy of earthy and autumnal flavors is obtained, making this dish a delight for those who love the intense flavors of the underbrush.