Name: Speedy Beef Mince Gnocchi Bake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500g packet fresh potato gnocchi; 1 tblsp vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 500g beef mince; 1 large carrot, peeled, grated; 2 tsps Tuscan seasoning; 500g jar tomato pasta sauce; 11⁄2 cups grated mozzarella; Mixed salad leaves, to serve

Speedy Beef Mince Gnocchi Bake

A weeknight meal on the table – in less than 35 minutes!

Serves 4

Prep

10M

Cook

20M

Total

30M

A sure-fire crowd pleaser.

Ingredients

500g packet fresh potato gnocchi

1 tblsp vegetable oil 

1 onion, finely chopped 

1 clove garlic, crushed 

500g beef mince 

1 large carrot, peeled, grated

2 tsps Tuscan seasoning

500g jar tomato pasta sauce

11⁄2 cups grated mozzarella

Mixed salad leaves, to serve

Method

Cook gnocchi according to packet directions. Drain.

Meanwhile, heat oil in  a stockpot over a medium to high heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft.

Add beef, carrot and seasoning. Cook, stirring to break up mince, for about 5 minutes, or until browned. Add sauce. Bring to boil. Remove.

Transfer mixture to a large, ovenproof dish (10-cup capacity). Top with gnocchi. Sprinkle with cheese.

Cook in a hot oven (220C) for about 10 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown. 

Serve with salad leaves.

TIP: Fresh gnocchi is available from the refrigerator section of major supermarkets.

Barbara Northwood

Barbara, former Food Director, has over 38 years experience in the food industry, loves sharing advice, recipes and know-how on everything food. She’s a passionate gardener and being to grow fresh herbs, lemons and rhubarb and more, gives her great satisfaction.