eCook Meal
Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells
with Italian-style hard cheese
On the menu tonight is a bowl of comfort, Chef! This crave-worthy Italian meal combines al dente gnocchi pasta shells coated in a rich tomato sauce. Layered with browned beef mince & NOMU Italian rub, you will savour every mouthwatering mouthful. Garnished with gratings of cheese & fresh parsley.
Serving guide
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PERFECT PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MMMINCE & SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until golden, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub, and the tomato paste and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water and ½ the Parsley. Simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix through the crème fraîche. If too thick, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Add the gnocchi shells and seasoning.
DELISH DINNER
Bowl up the saucy mince pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parsley, and sprinkle over the cheese.
PERFECT PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MMMINCE & SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until golden, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub, and the tomato paste and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water and ½ the Parsley. Simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix through the crème fraîche. If too thick, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Add the gnocchi shells and seasoning.
DELISH DINNER
Bowl up the saucy mince pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parsley, and sprinkle over the cheese.
PERFECT PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MMMINCE & SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until golden, 6-7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub, and the tomato paste and fry until fragrant 2-3 minutes. Add 300ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water and ½ the Parsley. Simmer until thickened, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix through the crème fraîche. If too thick, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Add the gnocchi shells and seasoning.
DELISH DINNER
Bowl up the saucy mince pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parsley, and sprinkle over the cheese.
PERFECT PASTA
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
MMMINCE & SAUCE
Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the Onion until golden, 6-7 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 5-6 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub, and the tomato paste and fry until fragrant 2-3 minutes. Add 300ml [400ml]|#7DA0D7 of water and ½ the Parsley. Simmer until thickened, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix through the crème fraîche. If too thick, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Add the gnocchi shells and seasoning.
DELISH DINNER
Bowl up the saucy mince pasta. Garnish with the remaining Parsley, and sprinkle over the cheese.
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R196.65
for 4 servings · R49.16 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Crème Fraîche needs 125 mlSour Cream 250 ml 250 ml at R38.99 · 50% of packR19.50
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Fresh Parsley needs 10 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 7% of packR3.80
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Tomato Paste needs 60 mlChilli Tomato Paste 70 g R17.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R17.99
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Beef Mince needs 600 gRegular Beef Mince 1 kg 1 kg at R149.99 · 60% of packR89.99
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Gnocchi Shell Pasta needs 400 gGnocchi Shells Pasta 500 g 500 g at R22.99 · 80% of packR18.39
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Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese needs 60 mlPlantLove™ Dairy Free Macadamia Nut Based Grated Hard Cheese 60 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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- NOMU Italian Rub
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells?
The preparation time for Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells with Italian-style hard cheese is between 20 and 40 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells with Italian-style hard cheese?
The total time required to make Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells with Italian-style hard cheese is between 25 and 45 minutes.
How many servings does Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells?
Beef, Beef Mince, Creme Fraiche, Gnocchi Shell Pasta, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Tomato Paste
What is the nutritional information of Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells?
Calories: 987, Carbs: 98 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 45.7 grams, Sugar: 13.5 grams, Salt: 772 grams
How do I prepare Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells?
PERFECT PASTA: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving the pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil. DELISH DINNER: Bowl up the saucy mince pasta. Garnish with the remaining parsley, and sprinkle over the cheese. MMMINCE & SAUCE: Place a pot over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, fry the onion until golden, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the mince and work quickly to break it up as it starts to cook. Fry until browned, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Add the NOMU rub, and the tomato paste and fry until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add 100ml [200ml]|#7DA0D7 of water and ½ the parsley. Simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and mix through the crème fraîche. If too thick, loosen it with a splash of reserved pasta water. Add the gnocchi shells and seasoning.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells?
Beef, Beef Mince, Creme Fraiche, Gnocchi Shell Pasta, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, NOMU Italian Rub, Onion, Parsley, Tomato Paste
How many calories does Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells have?
987 calories
How much fat content does Italian Beef Gnocchi Shells have?
grams