Creating Baked French Onion Gnocchi is simple if you follow these clear steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2. Cook Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt, stirring frequently. Cook for about 25-30 minutes until the onions are caramelized and golden brown.
3. Add Garlic and Thyme: Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Deglaze Skillet: Pour in the broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful bits. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. Add Cream: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
6. Cook Gnocchi: In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface, usually about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
7. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked gnocchi with the onion mixture. Mix until the gnocchi are well coated.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the gnocchi and onion mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the Gruyère and mozzarella cheeses generously over the top.
10. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. The top should be golden brown.
11. Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Following these steps will ensure your Baked French Onion Gnocchi is a hit at the dinner table!