Maria'S Baked Gnocchi With Sausage, Kale And Pesto

Name: Maria'S Baked Gnocchi With Sausage, Kale And Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 package Jimmy Dean(R) Premium Pork Regular Sausage; 1 pound gnocchi; 4 cups chopped kale packed; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cloves garlic minced; 2 tablespoons all purpose flour; 1 cup milk; 1/4 cup pesto; 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided; salt; black pepper; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 package Jimmy Dean(R) Premium Pork Regular Sausage
1 pound gnocchi
4 cups chopped kale packed
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/4 cup pesto
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
salt
black pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Cook gnocchi in large saucepan according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2
Cook sausage in the same large saucepan over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently; drain. Return sausage to pan. Add kale. Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until kale is tender. Remove sausage mixture from saucepan and keep warm.
3
Melt butter in same saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and garlic. Cook and stir 1 minute. Add milk; mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Gradually add 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, stirring until cheese is melted. Stir in pesto. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4
Place the cooked gnocchi in the bottom of a lightly greased, 13x9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with sausage and kale mixture and top evenly with sauce. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
5
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes or until mixture is thoroughly heated and cheese is melted and lightly browned. Let stand for 5 minutes.
6
This recipe was created in partnership with Jimmy Dean brand for the Family Table program.

417

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 package Jimmy Dean(R) Premium Pork Regular Sausage, 1 pound gnocchi, 4 cups chopped kale packed, 2 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Maria'S Baked Gnocchi With Sausage, Kale And Pesto falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Maria'S Baked Gnocchi With Sausage, Kale And Pesto

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