Sausage Gnocchi Soup

This sausage gnocchi soup is one of my favorite soups to make for my family every fall/winter season.

By @itsmeghankay

Original recipe source

Cook time: 60 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb mild Italian sausage
• 1 whole yellow onion
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 3 oz grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp crushed red peppers
• 1 package dry gnocchi
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 bag spinach

Instructions

1. In a large pot, cook 1 lb of mild Italian sausage over medium heat until browned.
2. Dice 1 yellow onion and add it to the pot. Cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add 1-2 tbsp of minced garlic to the pot and stir until fragrant.
4. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 2 cups of heavy cream. Stir to combine.
5. Add 3 oz of grated Parmesan cheese to the pot. Stir until the cheese is melted and incorporated.
6. Season the soup with 1 tsp each of salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, oregano, parsley, garlic & onion powder, and crushed red peppers.
7. Add 1 package of dry gnocchi to the pot. Cook until the gnocchi is tender.
8. Stir in 1 tbsp of tomato paste until well combined.
9. Add 1 bag of spinach to the pot. Cook until the spinach is wilted.
10. Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra grated Parmesan cheese if desired.