Gnocchi Broccoli Tray Bake with Lemon and Cheese

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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

Directions

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.