Sausage Gnocchi Soup
This creamy sausage gnocchi soup is hearty, comforting, and full of flavor. Packed with tender gnocchi, savory sausage, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs, it's perfect for cozy meals.
Equipment
- Large soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Grater for Parmesan
Ingredients
Sausage & Aromatics
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Broth & Cream
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream or half-and-half
Gnocchi & Veggies
- 1 lb potato gnocchi
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Seasonings & Garnish
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same pot, add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broth and seasonings: Return sausage to the pot. Pour in chicken broth, add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add gnocchi and cream: Stir in gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until tender. Pour in heavy cream and let simmer 5–10 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Add spinach and finish: Stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy warm and comforting!