Creamy Gnocchi Soup
Warm up with this delightful Creamy Gnocchi Soup, a comforting dish that blends tender gnocchi with savory chicken sausage and vibrant spinach in a luscious broth. This easy-to-make recipe takes only 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Each spoonful is a warm embrace, bringing rich flavors and creamy goodness to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 package gnocchi
- 1 lb chicken sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, cook the chicken sausage until browned and crumbly. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and diced carrots in the same pot for about 3 minutes until tender.
- Add the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes until they float to the top.
- Mix in fresh spinach and heavy cream, allowing the spinach to wilt.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot along with dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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