Description
A hearty, comforting soup made with savory Italian sausage, pillowy gnocchi, fresh spinach, and a creamy broth. Perfect for chilly nights and family dinners!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild, depending on your preference)
- 1 lb gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and break it apart as it cooks. Brown until fully cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Broth and Cream: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and bring the soup back to a simmer.
- Add the Gnocchi and Sausage: Add the gnocchi and cooked sausage. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the gnocchi is cooked through.
- Add Spinach and Parmesan: Stir in fresh spinach and allow it to wilt. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, top with extra Parmesan if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add more heavy cream or a dollop of cream cheese.
- If you prefer a bit of heat, sprinkle some red pepper flakes when sautéing the onions.
- You can make the soup ahead of time and refrigerate it; just add the spinach and cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg