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Coal Miners Gnocchi is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is made with gnocchi, sausage, and a creamy sauce. The dish is then baked in the oven until the gnocchi is cooked through and the sauce is bubbly.

This recipe is for a basic coal miners gnocchi, but you can add your favorite toppings, such as Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound gnocchi

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce

  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. Cook gnocchi according to package directions.

  3. While gnocchi is cooking, brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.

  4. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Bring sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, or until thickened.

  7. Add cooked gnocchi to the sauce and stir to combine.

  8. Pour gnocchi mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

  9. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until gnocchi is heated through and sauce is bubbly.

  10. Serve immediately.

Tips

  • For a crispier crust, broil the gnocchi for 1-2 minutes after baking.

  • To make ahead, prepare the gnocchi and sauce as directed and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and pour gnocchi mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, or until gnocchi is heated through and sauce is bubbly.

  • To make vegan, use vegan sausage, vegan Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.

Here is a story about how I came up with the Coal Miners Gnocchi recipe:

I was inspired to create this recipe after reading about the history of coal mining in Appalachia. Coal miners were often very poor, and they would often make do with whatever ingredients they had on hand. This recipe is a great example of how coal miners used simple ingredients to create a delicious and hearty meal.

I've made this recipe many times over the years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a great way to warm up on a cold winter night, and it's a reminder of the resilience of the coal mining community.

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!

Here are some additional tips and tricks for making a great coal miners gnocchi:

  • Use a good quality sausage. The sausage is the star of this dish, so it's important to use a good quality one.

  • Don't overcook the gnocchi. Gnocchi is very easy to overcook, so it's important to keep an eye on it while it's cooking.

  • Serve with your favorite toppings. I like to serve my coal miners gnocchi with Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil.

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