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Baked gnocchi in tomato sauce topped with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves in a white casserole dish, with pieces of bread on the side.
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Boursin Gnocchi Casserole (Dump & Bake)

Made in just one baking dish, Boursin baked gnocchi is a hands-off recipe perfect for those busy nights when you need an easy dinner. It uses only 5 ingredients that strategically layer flavor to create a cozy and delicious meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Dishes, Pastas
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Diet: Halal, Kosher, Vegetarian
Keyword: baked gnocchi, baked pasta, boursin recipe, gnocchi recipe, recipes with boursin
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Sarah Bond

Ingredients

  • 1 16-oz package cherry tomatoes 450 g
  • 1 16-oz package gnocchi 450 g
  • 1 15-oz can butter beans drained, 435 g can
  • 1 24-oz jar marinara sauce 680 g
  • 1 block Boursin cheese "garlic and fine herbs" flavor, 5.3 oz, 150 g
  • 1 cup fresh chopped basil

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Halve some of the 1 16-oz package cherry tomatoes and leave others whole.
  • Sauce: Into a large (9×13 inch or similar) casserole dish, dump the tomatoes, 1 16-oz package gnocchi, 1 15-oz can butter beans (drained), 1 24-oz jar marinara sauce, 1 block Boursin cheese, and 1 cup fresh chopped basil. Gently stir to combine (it's okay if the cheese isn't fully blended).
    Rectangular baking dish with grape tomatoes, gnocchi, white beans, tomato sauce, spinach, and a round of goat cheese on a green background.
  • Bake: Tightly cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Stir to mix everything up, then return to the oven uncovered for 10 to 15 more minutes. It's finished when the gnocchi is fork-tender!
    A white baking dish filled with baked gnocchi in tomato sauce with vegetables, topped with herbs, and a wooden spoon resting inside.
  • Serve warm, topped with fresh basil and cracked black pepper.
    Baked gnocchi with tomato sauce, cheese, chicken pieces, and cherry tomatoes, garnished with fresh basil leaves, served in a white baking dish with bread on the side.

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Notes

Storage: This dish is best eaten right away, but leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. To reheat it, pop it in the microwave or stir on the stove top with a splash of cream or broth until it comes together again.
Can I use frozen gnocchi? I don't recommend it because they will release moisture as they cook, watering down the sauce.
Do you use cooked gnocchi? No, shelf-stable gnocchi is not completely cooked, but it requires a very short cooking time, making it perfect for this application.
Not ideal for freezing, as the gnocchi can lose their tender texture once thawed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 475kcal | Carbohydrates: 63.8g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 18.5g | Saturated Fat: 8.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.7g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 1585mg | Potassium: 1163mg | Fiber: 8.6g | Sugar: 12.3g | Vitamin A: 1742IU | Vitamin C: 24.7mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 3.6mg
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