Description
This cozy Creamy Sausage Gnocchi Soup is the perfect easy dinner recipe to warm up any night. With tender gnocchi, flavorful sausage, and a creamy broth packed with herbs, garlic, carrots, and spinach, this one-pot comfort food hits all the right notes. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, a comforting lunch, or hearty food ideas for a family gathering, this recipe brings satisfying results with minimal effort. The velvety texture and bold flavors make it ideal for those craving creamy soup recipes, and it works great for both weeknight meals and weekend indulgence.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 tbsp olive oil (if sausage is lean)
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 lb potato gnocchi
3 cups baby spinach, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the sausage. Drain any excess grease.
- Add onion and carrots. Sauté for 5-6 minutes. Stir in garlic, seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in gnocchi. Cook until they float, about 3-4 minutes.
- Lower heat and add cream and spinach. Let spinach wilt.
- Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with Parmesan if desired.