Gnocchi Marinara
This microwave gnocchi marinara transforms shelf-stable gnocchi into a pillowy pasta dinner with rich tomato sauce in under 10 minutes. The quick microwave method cooks the gnocchi directly in the sauce so they absorb all the flavor without a pot of boiling water.
Soft pillowy gnocchi simmered in herby marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella, all made in the microwave.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
base
sauce
liquid
topping
seasoning
Instructions
Combine Gnocchi and Sauce
Place the uncooked shelf-stable gnocchi in a large microwave-safe dish. Pour the marinara sauce and water over the gnocchi and stir to coat every piece. Sprinkle with Italian herbs.
First Microwave Cook
Cover the dish tightly with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on high for 5 minutes, then stir the gnocchi to ensure they are cooking evenly in the sauce.
Continue Cooking
Cover again and microwave on high for an additional 2 minutes until the gnocchi are tender and have absorbed much of the sauce, creating a thick coating.
Melt Cheese and Serve
Scatter the shredded mozzarella over the top and microwave uncovered for 30 seconds until melted. Serve immediately straight from the dish.
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