One Pot Creamy Gnocchi with Sausage
A comforting one-pot dish featuring tender gnocchi, savory Italian sausage, and rich cream sauce, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 package gnocchi Fresh or frozen; brands like DeLallo or Giovanni Rana recommended.
- 1 pound Italian sausage Choose sweet or spicy; Johnsonville recommended.
- 1 cup heavy cream For luxurious creaminess; half-and-half can be a lighter option.
- 1 cup chicken broth Homemade is best; Pacific Foods offers good-quality ready-to-go versions.
- 1 cup fresh spinach Kale can also be substituted.
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for the best flavor; Pecorino Romano can be a nice twist.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Crumble it with a spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the gnocchi, followed by the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Let it simmer and cook until the gnocchi is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking!
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, around 2-3 minutes.
- Season everything with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap Italian sausage for sautéed mushrooms or lentils and use vegetable broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for a month.