Baked French Onion Gnocchi (Print-Friendly Version)
Hearty gnocchi with caramelized onions, beef broth, melted cheese, and crisp French bread for dipping.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
→ Aromatics and Cooking Liquid
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1/4 cup dry white wine
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
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2 cups beef broth
→ Main Component
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450 grams gnocchi
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Garnishes and Serving
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100 grams Swiss or Gruyère cheese, shredded
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8-10 slices French bread, toasted
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 200°C. In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, melt olive oil and butter. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and golden brown, approximately 20 minutes.
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Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Stir in minced thyme and beef broth, then bring to a gentle simmer.
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Add gnocchi to the skillet. Stir occasionally and simmer over medium heat until gnocchi becomes tender and the sauce reduces and thickens, about 5 to 10 minutes.
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Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper. Transfer gnocchi and onions with sauce into a lightly greased medium baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheese.
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Bake at 200°C for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
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Present hot, alongside toasted French bread slices for dipping.
# Notes & Tips:
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Caramelizing the onions thoroughly enhances the dish’s depth; patience during this step develops rich flavor.