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Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup

Heavenly Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup for Cozy Nights

This Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup is a comforting one-pot meal, perfect for chilly evenings. Quick to prepare and easily customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Italian Beef Sausage Swap for chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Keep an eye to avoid burning while cooking.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Consider low-sodium varieties for less salt.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth works for a vegetarian version.
For the Gnocchi
  • 16 oz Gnocchi Offers a tender, chewy texture.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk for lighter versions.
For Seasoning
  • Salt & Pepper Use sparingly with pre-salted ingredients.
For Garnishing
  • Spinach or Basil Stir in toward the end of cooking for brightness.

Equipment

  • large soup pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large soup pot, heat over medium heat and add crumbled Italian beef sausage. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and caramelized.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pot with the browned sausage and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir constantly to avoid burning.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil for about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Once boiling, add the gnocchi directly into the pot. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the gnocchi float to the top.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and gently stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add fresh spinach or basil if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served warm, can be customized with additional vegetables or spices to suit your taste.

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