Description
Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth, perfect for chilly evenings. This delightful soup combines savory Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a rich, creamy broth that envelops your senses. Quick to prepare, it’s an ideal dish for weeknight dinners or to impress guests at gatherings. Each spoonful promises satisfaction and a taste of Italy that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 (16 oz) package gnocchi
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth and add dried herbs. Bring to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in gnocchi and cook per package instructions (about 2-3 minutes). Add spinach until wilted.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley as garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg