Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 14.5 ounces canned whole plum tomatoes in juice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pound gnocchi
  • 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 2 ounces Parmesan cheese

Instruction

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally until onion is well wilted and starting to brown.
  • Add tomatoes and basil, along with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until the tomatoes break down and the liquid is reduced by half or more. If the sauce begins to get too thick, add a little water to keep the desired consistency. You want the sauce to be thick and chunky, not too watery.
  • While the sauce cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Separate the gnocchi and drop them into the boiling water. Cook according to the package directions.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the gnocchi from the water and gently stir them into the tomato sauce.
  • Oil an ovenproof baking dish with the remaining olive oil.
  • Transfer the gnocchi and tomato sauce to the baking dish and top with sliced mozzarella. Sprinkle generously with Parmesan cheese and place under heated broiler until cheese is hot and bubbly.