Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 lb gnocchi
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3-4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 5 oz can evaporated milk
  • 1 1/2 cups half & half
  • 3 cups shredded cheese, divided (cheddar or a milder Mexican blend)
  • coarse salt & freshly ground black pepper

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375F.
  • Prepare gnocchi according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium skillet. Add garlic cloves and saute over medium heat for 1-2 minutes (do not brown garlic, turn heat down if necessary). Whisk in flour until thick, cook for another 1-2 minutes, whisking constantly. Slowly add evaporated milk, then half & half, whisking constantly, until no lumps remain and mixture is thickened and bubbling. Stir in 2 cups shredded cheese until incorporated.
  • Place cooked gnocchi in a baking dish. Add cheese mixture and combine thoroughly. Sprinkle remaining cup of shredded cheese over the top. Bake for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.