Skillet Baked Cheesy Pumpkin Gnocchi

Ingredients

• 2 cups roasted herb tomatoes, optional
• 2 (16 oz.) packages potato gnocchi, homemade or store-bought
• 2 Tbsps organic all-purpose flour
• 2 cups organic kale, chopped
• 2 Tbsps unsalted butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup 100% pumpkin puree ((Not pie filling; See Post for homemade option))
• 1 1/2 cups organic heavy cream
• 1 cup organic vegetable stock
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, organic ((You can also use sharp cheddar, mild cheddar, etc.))
• 1 cup freshly-grated parmesan cheese
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, organic
• 1 cup breadrcumbs

Instructions

1. 1

   --- TO MAKE THE ROASTED TOMATOES: ---

2. 2

   If using tomatoes, see my roasted herb tomatoes recipe for this step!

3. 3

   --- TO MAKE THE CREAMY PUMPKIN SAUCE: ---

4. 4

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

5. 5

   In the medium deep skillet over medium-high heat, add the butter until melted. Add in the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

6. 6

   Add in the seasonings: salt, black pepper, garlic powder, parsley, smoked paprika, and cinnamon and stir until combined. Add in the flour and pumpkin puree and whisk until combined.

7. 7

   Reduce the heat to medium-low and slowly add in the heavy cream and veggie stock, whisking until combined and the sauce begins to thicken a bit from the flour. Let it slightly bubble for 1-2 minutes and then add in the grated parmesan and mozzarella cheese, whisking again until fully melted and sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

8. 8

   Add in the uncooked gnocchi, roasted tomatoes (if using), and kale stirring everything together until they are fully coated.

9. 9

   --- BAKE EVERYTHING TOGETHER: ---

10. 10

    Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese along with breadcrumbs atop everything until fully covered.

11. 11

    Bake (without being covered) for 15-20 minutes or so, or until cheese has fully melted, the top (breadcrumbs) is browned slightly, and the sauce is bubbly at the sides.

12. 12

    Remove from oven and serve with your favorite salad or bread.

13. 13

    Bon Appetit!