Preheat oven to 375° F. Spray 12×8-inch (2-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
I recommend Rana skillet gnocchi for this recipe. However, if you’re using a different brand or dehydrated gnocchi for this casserole, you’ll want to cook the gnocchi according to the package directions.
Mix gnocchi and frozen veggies evenly in a large mixing bowl.
24 ounces gnocchi, 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
In medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, broth, dried onion, and pepper together. Stir in ½ cup of the cheddar cheese.
4 ounces cream cheese, ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup low sodium vegetable broth, 2 tablespoons dried minced onion, 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 4 ounces
Pour cream cheese mixture evenly over gnocchi, and lightly toss to combine, making sure everything is coated with the cream cheese sauce.
Place the gnocchi in the prepared dish, cover with foil, and bake 22 to 27 minutes or until center is heated through.
Uncover, and top with remaining cheddar cheese; bake 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 4 ounces
Notes
Make ahead: If you assemble it ahead of time to bake later, keep in mind a cold casserole will take longer to bake. For safety, be sure to cook until the center is heated through and the temperature reaches 165° F, probably 30 minutes covered, then add the cheese and an additional 10 minutes to melt the cheese.
Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.
Reheat in the microwave before serving.
You can also freeze leftover casserole in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months.