Name: Creamy Italian sausage gnocchi soup warms your soul!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage: Choose between mild or spicy, depending on your preference.; 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi: You can use fresh or frozen gnocchi for this recipe.; 4 cups chicken broth: Homemade broth adds a richer flavor, but store-bought works well too.; 1 cup heavy cream: This ingredient gives the soup its creamy texture. You can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.; 2 cups fresh spinach: Wash and roughly chop the spinach to add a nutritious touch.; 4 cloves garlic: Minced garlic enhances the flavor profile of the soup.; 1 medium onion: Diced onion adds sweetness and depth to the dish.; 2 medium carrots: Diced carrots provide a slight sweetness and vibrant color.; 2 celery stalks: Diced celery adds crunch and flavor.; 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning: This blend of herbs brings an authentic Italian taste.; Salt and pepper: Use these to season the soup to your liking.; Olive oil: About 2 tablespoons for cooking the sausage and vegetables.; Fresh parsley or basil: Optional garnish for added flavor and presentation.

Description

A warm and hearty creamy Italian sausage gnocchi soup that combines rich flavors and comforting textures, perfect for chilly weather.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound Italian sausage: Choose between mild or spicy, depending on your preference.
1 package (16 oz) gnocchi: You can use fresh or frozen gnocchi for this recipe.
4 cups chicken broth: Homemade broth adds a richer flavor, but store-bought works well too.
1 cup heavy cream: This ingredient gives the soup its creamy texture. You can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option.
2 cups fresh spinach: Wash and roughly chop the spinach to add a nutritious touch.
4 cloves garlic: Minced garlic enhances the flavor profile of the soup.
1 medium onion: Diced onion adds sweetness and depth to the dish.
2 medium carrots: Diced carrots provide a slight sweetness and vibrant color.
2 celery stalks: Diced celery adds crunch and flavor.
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning: This blend of herbs brings an authentic Italian taste.
Salt and pepper: Use these to season the soup to your liking.
Olive oil: About 2 tablespoons for cooking the sausage and vegetables.
Fresh parsley or basil: Optional garnish for added flavor and presentation.

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning.
Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the gnocchi and cook until they float to the top (2-3 minutes for fresh, 5-7 minutes for frozen).
Reduce heat to low, stir in 1 cup of heavy cream, and add the cooked sausage back into the pot. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes, then stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding broth or water if the soup thickens.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: creamy soup, Italian sausage, gnocchi, comfort food, hearty soup