Chorizo & mozzarella gnocchi bake

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👉 A gnocchi bake gives you everything you love about a pasta bake in half the time. The chorizo releases its smoky paprika oil into the tomato sauce, the gnocchi go straight in without boiling, and the mozzarella melts into golden pools on top.

🍳 How to Make Chorizo Gnocchi Bake

1. Cook the chorizo. Heat the oil in an ovenproof frying pan and fry the chorizo for 3 minutes until it releases its red oil.
2. Make the sauce. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, then the garlic for 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes, add the sugar and season. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
3. Add the gnocchi. Heat the grill (broiler) to high. Stir the uncooked gnocchi into the sauce with a splash of water, cover and cook for 5 minutes until they are soft.
4. Add the cheese. Stir in half the basil, then scatter the mozzarella over the top.
5. Grill. Put the pan under the grill for 4–5 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
6. Serve. Top with the remaining basil and serve with a green salad.

💡 Tips

• Use an ovenproof pan to save washing up, or transfer to a baking dish before grilling.
• Swap the chorizo for spinach and olives for a vegetarian version.

❓ FAQ

Do I need to boil the gnocchi first?
No – fresh gnocchi cook directly in the simmering sauce.

Can I use cheddar instead of mozzarella?
Yes, it gives a sharper, more golden top.

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Footnotes:

Soft potato gnocchi baked in a smoky chorizo and tomato sauce under melting mozzarella and fresh basil – an easy one-dish dinner.