Simple Baked French Onion Gnocchi Recipe
This Simple Baked French Onion Gnocchi combines tender gnocchi with deeply caramelized sweet onions, savory beef broth, and melted Gruyere cheese. Simmered to perfection then baked until bubbly and golden, this comforting dish pairs perfectly with crunchy French bread for a rich, flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup white wine
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 cups beef broth
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh minced thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 8–10 slices French bread (day-old works best)
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese (Gruyere preferred for deeper flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat and caramelize onions: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat the olive oil and unsalted butter together in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced sweet onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until they are deeply caramelized and golden brown, allowing the natural sweetness to develop.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in the white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add the minced thyme and beef broth, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook gnocchi: Add the gnocchi to the simmering mixture. Stir occasionally while cooking over medium heat until the gnocchi are tender and the sauce thickens and reduces, about 5-10 minutes.
- Season and prepare for baking: Season the gnocchi mixture well with salt and pepper. Transfer to a greased medium baking dish and spread evenly. Top with the shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is lightly browned and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve hot with French bread slices on the side for dipping, enjoying the rich cheesy and savory flavors.
Notes
- Take your time caramelizing the onions for a sweeter, more flavorful dish.
- Day-old French bread works best for dipping as it holds up well.
- Gruyere cheese is preferred for a deeper, nuttier flavor, but Swiss can be used as a substitute.
- Use fresh or frozen gnocchi according to availability.
Keywords: Baked Gnocchi,French Onion,Comfort Food,Cheesy Gnocchi,Gruyere,Caramelized Onion
