Pepperoni Pizza Gnocchi Bake

Pepperoni Pizza Gnocchi Bake

from thecookierookie.com
50 min
6 servings

This Pepperoni Pizza Gnocchi Bake takes all the delicious flavors of the classic pizza, turning it into a delicious gnocchi casserole!

Ingredients

  • 1 package Delallo Gnocchi Kit
  • 1 tablespoon Delallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 28 ounces Delallo San Marzano crushed tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 slices whole milk mozzarella cheese
  • 12 pepperoni
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare gnocchi according to package instructions. Here is a good post with tips and tricks.

  2. 2

    Preheat oven to 350F.

  3. 3

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow to heat until glistening.

  4. 4

    Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. Heat until bubbling/simmering.

  5. 5

    Reduce heat to low and stir in the grated parmesan and the cooked gnocchi, stirring to combine.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle with the shredded mozzarella and then layer on the pepperoni and sliced whole milk mozzarella.

  7. 7

    Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  8. 8

    Garnish with fresh basil. Serve and enjoy!