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One-Pot Creamy Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Soup

Close-up of a bowl of rich, creamy sausage gnocchi soup with wilted spinach.
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Welcome to my kitchen! This is the ultimate comfort food: a rich, creamy Italian sausage and gnocchi soup that comes together in one pot in under 30 minutes. It is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound sweet or hot Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shelf-stable or refrigerated potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage. Break the sausage apart with a spoon and cook until it is browned through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot with the sausage and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the gnocchi to the simmering broth. Cook according to package directions, usually about 3 to 5 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the surface.
  5. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream until the soup is uniformly creamy. Do not let the soup boil after adding the cream.
  6. Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts completely, about 1 minute.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For a heartier soup, substitute kale for spinach and cook it along with the broth for about 5 minutes before adding the gnocchi.
  • If you prefer a spicier soup, use hot Italian sausage or add 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the Italian seasoning.
  • This recipe is a fantastic base for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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