Gnocchi Broccoli Tray Bake with Lemon and Cheese

ingredients

• 350g broccoli
• 500g dried gnocchi
• 1 tbsp fennel seeds
• 2 lemons
• 2 cloves garlic
• 50g parmesan cheese
• 30g parsley
• olive oil
• sea salt
• black pepper

method

Step 1

• Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C (fan).

Step 2

• Cut the broccoli into florets. Trim the woody exterior off the stalk and cut into chunks similar in size to the florets.
• Open the packet of gnocchi and separate well (they tend to stick together).
• Combine the broccoli in a large bowl with the gnocchi, fennel seeds, sliced lemon, and garlic.
• Drizzle everything generously with olive oil, season well with sea salt and black pepper, and toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

• Spread the gnocchi and broccoli onto 2 large baking trays, ensuring they are in a single layer.
• Roast for 15-20 minutes until the gnocchi turns golden, and the broccoli and lemon caramelize.
• Remove from the oven and toss everything together, allowing the charred lemon flavor to coat the gnocchi and broccoli.

Step 4

• For serving, place the trays in the center of the table.
• Drizzle with additional olive oil, sprinkle with pecorino and 1-2 teaspoons (or to taste) of black pepper.
• Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.