Delicious Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce and Melty Mozzarella Cheese

This Gnocchi with Tomato Sauce and Mozzarella recipe is a comforting and satisfying dish that will please your taste buds. The pillowy potato dumplings are coated in a rich and tangy tomato sauce, topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese, and baked to perfection. It's a perfect meal for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 pound gnocchi
• 1 24-ounce jar of tomato sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
2. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions and drain.
3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
4. Add the tomato sauce, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add the cooked gnocchi to the sauce and stir to coat.
6. Transfer the gnocchi mixture to the prepared baking dish.
7. Top with shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

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