Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Flavorful Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi, a delightful dish featuring tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe combines savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic for a cozy meal that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, each bite is a delicious reminder of love and togetherness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 lb store-bought gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Brown the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add Italian sausage, breaking it apart. Cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- 2. Sauté garlic and spinach: Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in fresh spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- 3. Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with sausage and spinach. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- 4. Cook gnocchi: In boiling salted water, cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float (about 2-3 minutes).
- 5. Combine everything: Drain gnocchi and add to the skillet with sauce, tossing gently. Sprinkle in oregano and red pepper flakes if desired.
- 6. Serve: Plate the dish and top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg