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Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup

A comforting and hearty soup combining Italian sausage, gnocchi, and a creamy broth, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Can substitute with turkey sausage or a meat alternative.
  • 1 small onion, diced Provides flavor base.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Base for the soup.
  • 1 (16 oz) package gnocchi Can substitute with small pasta shapes.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter version, use half-and-half.
  • 2 cups spinach Can use kale or Swiss chard as alternatives.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference.
  • Grated for serving Parmesan cheese Adds richness on top.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Crumble the Italian sausage into the pot, cooking it until browned, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add the gnocchi and let them cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and carefully stir in the heavy cream.
  6. Add the spinach and cook just until it wilts.
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

This soup is excellent with crusty bread or a crisp green salad. Consider adding a drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge or freeze portions without spinach for up to three months.

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