Welcome to my culinary journey where I’m thrilled to share with you a new mouth-watering recipe that’s sure to delight your taste buds: the Trader Joe’s Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi Bake. Imagine soft, pillowy gnocchi, lovingly tossed in Trader Joe’s delectable Rosso Pesto Sundried Tomato Pesto, then luxuriously layered with rich cream and fresh, vibrant spinach. This heavenly mixture is then baked to perfection and topped with a generous sprinkle of melted Quattro Formaggi cheese blend that forms a golden, crispy crust. It’s a dish that promises to transport you straight to the heart of Tuscany with each savory, creamy bite. Whether you’re a devoted Trader Joe’s fan or simply a lover of comforting, gourmet meals, this recipe is an absolute must-try. Join me as we delve into creating this simple yet spectacular dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to impressive gatherings.

The stars of this dish are the Trader Joe’s Gnocchi and the excellent Pesto Rosso the sundried tomato pesto in a jar. They come together in this rib sticking meal in short order

Crafting this luscious Tuscan gnocchi bake becomes a breeze with Trader Joe’s ingredients. Start with their shelf-stable potato Gnocchi (you might try their cauliflower gnocchi too!), a perfect base that promises to soak up all the flavors you’ll layer on. For the heart of this dish, the sundried tomato pesto, the Pesto Rosso made from sundried tomatoes, oil, basil and cashews. This blend will create a pesto bursting with tangy and sweet notes, ideal for coating your gnocchi evenly.

Trader Joe’s Pesto Rosso Sundried Tomato Pesto

For the preparation, first preheat your oven to a cozy 425°F . While it’s warming, boil the gnocchi according to the package instructions—usually just a few minutes until they float to the top of the water. Drain them and set aside. Put the spinach on the bottom of the baking dish. Toss the boiled gnocchi in the pesto and cream, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Transfer the gnocchi to a baking dish, perhaps adding a sprinkle of Trader Joe’s Quattro Formaggi, a four-cheese blend that melts beautifully, for an extra touch of indulgence. Bake until the top is golden and bubbly, about 20-25 minutes. This dish, rich in flavors and simplicity, showcases how Trader Joe’s ingredients can elevate your cooking to create comforting, delicious meals.

Trader Joe’s Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi Bake

This creamy Tuscan Gnocchi bake can be on the table in about 30 minutes all from Trader Joe's ingredients. Filling and nutritious the whole family will love it!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4

Equipment

1 2 quart pot
1 9×9 baking dish

Ingredients

2 Packages Trader Joe's Potato Gnocchi
1 1/4 Cups Heavy Cream
2 tbsp Trader Joe's Pesto Rosso Sundried Tomato Pesto
1 bag Trader Joe's Baby Spinach
90 grams Trader Joe's Sundried Tomato Strips This is one package
2 cups Trader Joe's Quattro Formaggio Can you cheese of your choice
2 tbsp Chopped Basil Optional

Instructions

Heat oven to 425 degrees
Cook Gnocchi in a large pot of salted water, for about five minutes until they float. Drain.
Add cream, sundried tomato pesto to a large skillet or pot. Heat on low until completely warmed up. Add the gnocchi until coated.
Cover the base of an 8 cup (9×9) ovenproof baking dish with the spinach.
Top the spinach with half the sundried tomatoes
Pour the gnocchi mix over the spinach and tomatoes
Top the gnocchi with the remaining sundried tomato strips and the cheese
Bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbly and top is speckled golden brown.
Sprinkle chopped basil on top and serve!

Notes

You can substitute almost any of the pesto sauces that Trader Joe’s sells in this recipe. Basil Pesto would work well as would the roasted pepper and almond one. Same with the cheese, you pick the cheese you want, but I would steer away from soft cheeses. Cheddar and mozzarella work well here.

Keyword bake, cheese, Easy, gnocchi, quick