Gnocchi with Meat Sauce
A quick and comforting weeknight dinner: soft potato gnocchi tossed in a rich, meaty tomato sauce with carrot and topped with parmesan and black pepper.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add 1/2 lb ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Add 1 medium carrot, finely diced, and cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in 2 cups tomato sauce, bring to a simmer, and let cook while you prepare the gnocchi, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Cook 1 lb gnocchi in salted boiling water until they float, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and add to the sauce.
Step 5
Toss to coat, then serve topped with 1/2 cup grated parmesan and a crack of black pepper.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- pot
- colander
- knife
- cutting board
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