Brazilian recipe
Creamy Baked Potato Gnocchi (Nhoque de Batata Gratinado)
A comforting baked potato gnocchi recipe topped with a rich tomato sauce, ham, and melted cheese. A quick and delicious crowd-pleaser for any lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
1 kg potatoes, boiled and mashed
4 tablespoons wheat flour
2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 dessert spoon baking powder
1 cup milk
Tomato sauce, to taste
200 g ham, chopped or sliced
200 g mozzarella, sliced or chopped
4 tablespoons wheat flour
2 tablespoons cornflour (cornstarch)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
1 dessert spoon baking powder
1 cup milk
Tomato sauce, to taste
200 g ham, chopped or sliced
200 g mozzarella, sliced or chopped
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, wheat flour, milk, and eggs are staples found in any local Indian grocery or vegetable vendor (sabzi mandi). Cornflour and butter are widely available in the baking or dairy section of supermarkets. For the ham, check the deli or meat section of premium supermarkets or specialized cold cut retailers. Mozzarella and Parmesan can be found in the dairy chilled section of most large supermarket chains. For a classic flavour, use any quality store-bought tomato sauce or marinara from the condiments aisle.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, wheat flour, cornflour, butter, grated Parmesan, eggs, and baking powder
- Gradually add the milk, mixing steadily until you achieve a smooth, creamy dough; adjust the milk depending on the moisture level of your potatoes
- Generously grease a baking dish or tray with butter or margarine
- Spread an even layer of half the gnocchi dough across the bottom of the prepared dish
- Drizzle a generous layer of tomato sauce over the dough base
- Evenly distribute the chopped or sliced ham over the sauce layer
- Arrange the mozzarella slices or pieces on top of the ham
- Repeat the layers: spread the remaining gnocchi dough, followed by more tomato sauce, ham, and mozzarella
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted and golden-brown
Observations
This creamy baked potato gnocchi is a comforting twist on the classic Italian-inspired dish, perfect for those days when you crave something wholesome and easy to put together. In this oven-baked version, the soft potato dumplings are layered with a robust tomato sauce, slices of ham, and a generous topping of melted cheese, resulting in a hearty meal the whole family will love.
Whether you're planning a lazy Sunday lunch or a quick yet special weeknight dinner, this oven-baked gnocchi is incredibly versatile and easy to customize. The combination of fluffy potato, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese ensures a deeply satisfying and creamy texture in every bite.
This dish is a classic example of Brazilian comfort food, where family favorites are often adapted for the oven to create an effortless, one-pan-style meal that stays warm and flavorful on the table.
Whether you're planning a lazy Sunday lunch or a quick yet special weeknight dinner, this oven-baked gnocchi is incredibly versatile and easy to customize. The combination of fluffy potato, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese ensures a deeply satisfying and creamy texture in every bite.
This dish is a classic example of Brazilian comfort food, where family favorites are often adapted for the oven to create an effortless, one-pan-style meal that stays warm and flavorful on the table.
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