Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Unexpected Cheddar Sauce
Trader Joe'sTrader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Unexpected Cheddar Sauce
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi
- 2 packages Trader Joe's frozen cauliflower gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Unexpected Cheddar Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk, whole or 2%
- 6 ounces Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Cook the cauliflower gnocchi: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the frozen Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi directly to the hot skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
⏱️ 10 min
- 2
Prepare the cheese sauce: In the same skillet (or a separate saucepan), melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Reduce heat to low. Add the shredded Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
⏱️ 3 min
- 5
Combine and serve: Add the cooked cauliflower gnocchi back into the skillet with the cheese sauce. Toss gently to coat all the gnocchi evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning, if desired.
⏱️ 2 min
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Trader Joe'sTrader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi with Unexpected Cheddar Sauce
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi
- 2 packages Trader Joe's frozen cauliflower gnocchi
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Unexpected Cheddar Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk, whole or 2%
- 6 ounces Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, or to taste
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Cook the cauliflower gnocchi: Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the frozen Trader Joe's cauliflower gnocchi directly to the hot skillet. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
⏱️ 10 min - 2
Prepare the cheese sauce: In the same skillet (or a separate saucepan), melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Gradually whisk in the milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Reduce heat to low. Add the shredded Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
⏱️ 3 min - 5
Combine and serve: Add the cooked cauliflower gnocchi back into the skillet with the cheese sauce. Toss gently to coat all the gnocchi evenly. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning, if desired.
⏱️ 2 min