Gnocchi with Caramelized Onions and Gruyère
Gnocchi with Caramelized Onions and Gruyère is a comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to any table. This delightful recipe features fluffy potato gnocchi enveloped in rich, sweet caramelized onions, all topped with melted Gruyère cheese that creates a creamy, indulgent experience. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or intimate gatherings, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. Let the aroma of caramelized onions and savory cheese fill your kitchen, inviting everyone to share in the love of good food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz potato gnocchi
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- In a skillet, combine olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Sprinkle sugar over the onions and continue cooking until they are golden brown and caramelized (about 15–20 minutes).
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float; drain them.
- Add drained gnocchi to the skillet with caramelized onions, stirring gently.
- Sprinkle grated Gruyère cheese over the mixture and stir until melted and well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve garnished with fresh thyme if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg