Description
This Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup is a rich and comforting dish, packed with tender potato gnocchi, flavorful Italian sausage, and a velvety broth infused with garlic, herbs, and cream. It’s the perfect cozy meal for chilly nights and can be made in under 30 minutes for an easy, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 1 (16 oz) package potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Brown the Sausage:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles until browned.
- Drain excess grease if needed.
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Sauté the Aromatics:
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot.
- Sauté until the onion is soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add Broth and Simmer:
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
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Cook the Gnocchi:
- Add the gnocchi to the broth and let them cook according to the package instructions (about 3-5 minutes, until they float to the top).
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Stir in Cream and Greens:
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and spinach.
- Let the soup simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the greens are wilted.
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Finish with Parmesan:
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the soup up to the point of adding the gnocchi and cream. Store in the fridge and finish cooking when ready to serve.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freeze without the cream for up to 2 months. Add cream when reheating.
- Reheating: Warm gently on the stove over low heat or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
- Substitutions:
- Use turkey or plant-based sausage for a lighter option.
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Substitute kale for spinach for a heartier green.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg