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Cheesy Baked Gnocchi, Italian Sausage and Vegetable Casserole

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time35 minsTotal Time50 mins

Mustard powder adds big flavour in this simple and delicious one pot meal. Pantry-friendly potato gnocchi, a rich tomato sauce, cheesy goodness and healthy vegetables make this a family favourite dish. Just add crusty bread to round out the meal.

Cheesy-Baked-Casserole

Ingredients
 2 Tbsp canola oil
 4 Italian sausages
 1 medium onion, diced
 2 medium red peppers, chopped
 2 medium zucchini, chopped
 2 garlic cloves, minced
 1 tsp Italian seasoning
 ½ tsp salt
 ¼ tsp black pepper
 19 oz can crushed tomatoes
 ½ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or water
 1 ½ tsp dry mustard powder
 1 tsp brown sugar
 500 g package potato gnocchi
 1 cup ricotta cheese
 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
 2 tsp chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

In a 12-inch oven-proof skillet, warm the canola oil over medium-high heat. Squeeze the
sausage meat out of the casing and into the skillet. Cook for a minute or two then stir in the onion. Sauté for a few minutes until the onion is translucent and the sausage is browned. Some larger chunks of sausage are fine. Stir in the vegetables, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally.

3

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Stir in the dry mustard powder and sugar. Cook, uncovered for 3-4 minutes. Add the potato gnocchi, breaking it up if there are clumps stuck together. Be sure to smother all of the gnocchi in sauce. Cover and bake for 15-20 minutes until the gnocchi is tender and the sauce is bubbly.

4

Remove the skillet from the oven and dollop the ricotta cheese over the surface of the
casserole. Top with the shredded mozzarella. Bake, uncovered for 5-10 minutes until the
cheese is melted and gooey. Place under the broiler for 2 minutes, to brown the cheese, if you like. Let stand at least 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2 1/4 cups (560 mL)

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 800
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50g77%

Saturated Fat 21g105%
Cholesterol 115mg39%
Sodium 1830mg77%
Potassium 1097mg32%
Total Carbohydrate 47g16%

Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 13g
Protein 42g84%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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