Name: Gnocchi alla norma Recipe
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 large eggplants; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes; 1 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 lb potato gnocchi; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh basil, for garnish

Gnocchi alla norma Recipe

Gwennie Forester Modified: April 18, 2024

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How To Make Gnocchi alla norma

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Preparation: 30 minutes

Cooking: 30 minutes

Total: 60 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 large eggplants
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, diced
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 lb potato gnocchi
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Slice the eggplants into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, then drain.
Add the baked eggplant slices to the tomato sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Stir in the cooked gnocchi and toss to coat in the sauce.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.