Description
Creamy Italian sausage gnocchi is a delightful dish that combines pillowy gnocchi with a rich, velvety sauce and savory Italian sausage. This comforting meal transforms any dining experience into a cozy Italian trattoria vibe, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its fragrant aroma and luscious texture, this dish will leave everyone savoring every last bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent.
- Add crumbled Italian sausage to the pan and cook until browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until well combined. Let simmer to meld flavors.
- Stir in cooked gnocchi and fresh spinach until the spinach wilts and the gnocchi absorbs the sauce.
- Sprinkle in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and black pepper; stir until creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg