Cheesy Taco Gnocchi
A cozy twist on taco night, featuring hearty potato gnocchi in a rich, seasoned taco beef sauce with melted cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Mexican Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi, fresh or store-bought
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, guacamole
Instructions
- Prepare the gnocchi: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the gnocchi according to package instructions until they float, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning: Sprinkle in taco seasoning and mix well, adding about half a cup of water to create a saucy consistency.
- Combine gnocchi and beef: Gently fold the cooked gnocchi into the seasoned beef sauce, mixing until well combined.
- Cheesy topping time: Sprinkle shredded cheddar on top, cover, and let it melt for 3-5 minutes.
- Serve with optional toppings and enjoy your meal!
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different proteins or add vegetables to customize your dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: gnocchi, tacos, cheesy, comfort food, quick dinner