Creamy Turkey Ragu Gnocchi with Peas and Italian Cheese

If you’ve never tried gnocchi, get ready for a treat. These soft, pillowy potato dumplings are the perfect canvas for a rich and savory sauce. In this recipe, we toss them with a creamy turkey ragù studded with sweet green peas, then blanket everything with a layer of Italian cheese and bake until hot and bubbly.

The result is a hearty, comforting dish that comes together quickly—ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it straight from the oven and watch the cheese pulls disappear.

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Ingredients

10 ounce Ground TurkeyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Tomato PasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce PeasView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Cream CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Chicken Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Italian SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Italian Cheese BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit GnocchiView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey and cook, breaking it apart, until browned, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and chicken stock concentrate. Cook for 1 minute, then add the cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
4. Add the peas and 1/2 cup of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, until slightly thickened.
5. Meanwhile, cook the gnocchi in the boiling water according to package directions (usually 2–3 minutes, until they float). Drain well.
6. Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the turkey ragu and toss to coat evenly.
7. Sprinkle the Italian cheese blend over the top. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes.
8. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

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Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use frozen peas instead of fresh?

Yes, frozen peas work perfectly. Add them directly to the skillet without thawing.

Can I substitute ground turkey with another meat?

Absolutely. Ground chicken, pork, or beef are great alternatives.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.