Best 6 Cheesy Baked Cauliflower Gnocchi Recipes

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"Cheesy baked cauliflower gnocchi" is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of cauliflower, cheese, and herbs. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cauliflower rice and creates a healthier alternative to traditional gnocchi. The cauliflower gnocchi is first boiled, then pan-fried until golden brown. It is then tossed in a creamy cheese sauce and baked until bubbly and melted. The result is a comforting and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEESY BAKED CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI



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Want to have more veggies at dinner? This easy and delicious veggie-packed recipe will have your family begging for seconds.

Provided by Green Giant

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 pinch Spice Islands® Crushed Red Pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon Spice Islands® Oregano
1 (8 ounce) package curly kale, stemmed and torn into 2-inch pieces
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 (10 ounce) packages Green Giant® Cauliflower Gnocchi
4 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
6 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and oregano and cook, stirring throughout, 2 minutes. Add kale a handful at a time, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and balsamic vinegar. Bring just to a boil; remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Add gnocchi and cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and add to tomato sauce mixture. Add 2 tablespoons Parmesan, stirring to combine, about 1 minute. Transfer to an 8x8-inch baking dish. Top with mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.
  • Bake until cheese is golden brown and mixture is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.7 calories, Carbohydrate 88.4 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1637.4 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

CHEESY SKILLET GNOCCHI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Boil one 17.5-ounce package potato gnocchi as the label directs. Reserve 1/4 cup water; drain. Simmer 1 cup heavy cream, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, a few grinds of pepper and a pinch of nutmeg in an ovenproof skillet, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the gnocchi and thin with the cooking water. Top with 1/2 cup shredded gruyère. Broil until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Top with chopped chives.

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cauliflower, all-purpose flour, salt, olive oil, pesto sauce

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cups cauliflower, roughly chopped
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, or gluten-free flour
¾ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
pesto sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Add the cauliflower to a steamer basket set over a medium pot of boiling water. Cover and steam for 10 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  • Transfer the cauliflower to a clean dish towel and squeeze the excess water into a bowl.
  • Transfer the squeezed cauliflower to a food processor. Add the flour, salt, and olive oil and pulse until the dough forms a ball.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 minutes, or until the dough bounces back when poked.
  • Shape the dough into a ball, then cut into 4 equal pieces.
  • Working 1 piece at a time, cut in half again, then roll out a rope about 6 inches (3-cm) long and 1 inch (2-cm) wide. Slice each rope into ½-inch (1-cm) pieces.
  • Roll each piece along the back of a fork to create a line pattern.
  • Transfer the gnocchi to a large pot of salted boiling water. Boil until the gnocchi float to the surface, 3-5 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon.
  • Toss the gnocchi with pesto sauce and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 6 grams

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI



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I came up with this cauliflower gnocchi recipe after trying Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi. This dish reminds me of cauliflower gratin, especially if you add Parmesan-but the gnocchi are also good on their own.-Ben Rogojan, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small head cauliflower, broken into florets
1/3 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 to 1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup butter
Fried sage leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, place a steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place cauliflower in basket. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; steam, covered, until tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain. When cauliflower is cool enough to handle, wrap in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze dry., Puree ricotta in a food processor until smooth, 20-30 seconds. Add cauliflower and egg yolk; process until smooth. Add 3/4 cup flour and pulse until mixture forms a soft dough, adding additional flour as needed. Divide dough into 4 portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into 1/2-in.-thick ropes; cut into 1/2-in. pieces. , In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in batches until they float, 30-60 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon. Melt butter in a large skillet. Add gnocchi and cook over medium heat until gnocchi start to brown, 3-4 minutes. Garnish with sage, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 486mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED CHEESY CAULIFLOWER



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Easy, delicious side dish of cauliflower with cheese.

Provided by Kathy F.

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
3 cups bite-sized cauliflower florets
1 egg
½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 pinch ground paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place cauliflower in a microwave-safe bowl with 1/2 cup water. Microwave until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Whisk egg and flour together in a bowl. Add milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over cauliflower florets. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese and paprika on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and cauliflower is soft, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 108.3 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 442.2 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CAULIFLOWER GNOCCHI



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Gnocchi, or Italian dumplings, are traditionally made with flour and potatoes, but they can also be made with ricotta or other vegetables like pumpkin or spinach. Here, they're made with a combination of cauliflower and potato. The cauliflower is roasted alongside the potato, which helps intensify the vegetable's natural sweetness. If short on time, the gnocchi can be made in advance through Step 4 and frozen. (Arrange gnocchi in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then pack into resealable freezer bags.) When ready to use, sauté the frozen gnocchi as in Step 5, increasing the cook time as needed, or heat gently in tomato sauce, or even just melted butter, until tender.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, pastas, project, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 small head cauliflower (about 8 ounces)
1 medium russet potato (about 8 ounces)
3/4 cup all-purpose flour (about 4 ounces), plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large egg yolk
Extra-virgin olive oil, for greasing
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
2 tablespoons drained capers
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 cup thinly sliced radishes (about 4 ounces)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the gnocchi: Heat oven to 450 degrees. Wrap cauliflower and potato separately in aluminum foil. Roast on a baking sheet until tender, 1 hour. Unwrap and let cool slightly. Cut cauliflower into 4 equal pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Halve potato lengthwise and scoop out flesh into bowl; discard skin.
  • Press roasted cauliflower and potato through a ricer onto a clean work surface. Sprinkle 3/4 cup flour and the salt evenly on top and set the yolk on the vegetables. Using a bench scraper or long side of a metal spatula, cut into the mixture, folding over and blending in the flour and yolk into the riced cauliflower mixture, until well incorporated, dusting work surface with flour occasionally to prevent sticking. Gather mixture into a ball and gently knead a few times to form a soft dough. Cut into 2 equal pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, working with one piece of dough at a time, roll into a 3/4-inch-thick log that is about 24 inches long. Using a sharp knife, cut into 1-inch pieces and transfer gnocchi to a lightly floured baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Add half the gnocchi to boiling water and cook until they start to float, then simmer just until puffed and cooked through, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes longer. (Do pay attention: If the gnocchi are boiled too long, they will start to disintegrate.) Using a spider or slotted spoon, transfer gnocchi to an oiled baking sheet and roll to generously coat in oil to prevent gnocchi from sticking to one another. Repeat with remaining gnocchi.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add half the gnocchi and half the capers and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi is golden and crispy, about 5 minutes. Stir in half of radishes and half of lemon juice (it may splatter). Divide in 2 shallow bowls and top with chives. Repeat with remaining butter, gnocchi, capers, radishes, lemon juice and chives.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 402, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Sodium 506 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh cauliflower. If using frozen cauliflower, be sure to thaw and drain it thoroughly before using.
  • To prevent the gnocchi from sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is well-greased before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the gnocchi. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • The gnocchi are done cooking when they are golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • To make the cheese sauce, use a good quality cheese that melts well. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can cook the gnocchi in a large skillet.
  • Serve the gnocchi immediately after baking, garnished with fresh parsley or chives.

Conclusion:

Cheesy baked cauliflower gnocchi is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The gnocchi are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the cheese sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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