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Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup: Simple One-Pot Comfort

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Make this creamy Italian sausage gnocchi soup for a satisfying, hearty meal. This one-pot recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together fast, making it perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 (16 ounce) package potato gnocchi
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), Italian seasoning, dried basil, and red pepper flakes, if using. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the potato gnocchi to the simmering broth. Cook according to package directions, usually about 3 to 5 minutes, until the gnocchi float to the top.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh spinach. Cook just until the spinach wilts, about 1 to 2 minutes. Do not let the soup boil after adding the cream.
  7. Taste the soup and add salt and black pepper as needed.
  8. Serve the creamy Italian sausage gnocchi soup hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use sweet or hot Italian sausage based on your preference.
  • If you do not have fresh spinach, you can substitute with 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry.
  • This recipe is great for using up leftover cooked chicken; add 1 cup shredded cooked chicken when you add the broth.

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