Save A comforting, rich weeknight dinner featuring pillowy gnocchi, savory Italian sausage, and a velvety tomato-cream sauce.
Ingredients
- Pasta & Dairy: 500 g (1 lb) potato gnocchi (store bought or homemade), 100 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream, 40 g (1/4 cup) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Meats: 300 g (10 oz) Italian sausage (mild or spicy) casings removed
- Vegetables: 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic minced, 400 g (14 oz) canned crushed tomatoes, 100 g (3.5 oz) baby spinach (optional), 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (plus extra for garnish)
- Oils & Seasonings: 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional), Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
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- Step 1:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Step 2:
- Meanwhile heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage breaking it up with a spoon and cook for 45 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 3:
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and chili flakes cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4:
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, add salt and pepper to taste, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Stir in the heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 23 minutes until the sauce is creamy.
- Step 6:
- Add the spinach (if using) and basil, stirring until the spinach wilts.
- Step 7:
- While the sauce simmers, cook the gnocchi according to package directions until they float to the surface (about 23 minutes).
- Step 8:
- Drain the gnocchi and add them directly to the sauce. Toss gently to coat and heat through for 12 minutes.
- Step 9:
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot, garnished with extra basil.
Provides cushioned comfort while cooking, prepping meals, washing dishes, and standing longer in the kitchen.
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Provides cushioned comfort while cooking, prepping meals, washing dishes, and standing longer in the kitchen.
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Save Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I substitute the Italian sausage with another meat?
Yes, chicken or turkey sausage can be used for a lighter option without compromising flavor.
- → How do I know when the gnocchi is cooked?
Gnocchi is done when it floats to the surface of boiling water, usually within 2-3 minutes.
- → Can I add vegetables to this dish?
Sautéed mushrooms or roasted red peppers make great additions, enhancing flavor and texture.
- → Is it possible to make this dish vegetarian?
Use plant-based sausage or omit the sausage entirely, adding extra spinach or other vegetables instead.
- → What herbs are best to use for seasoning?
Fresh basil and dried oregano complement the tomato cream sauce beautifully, adding bright and earthy notes.
Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.
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