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Sausage Gnocchi Soup Recipe

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A comforting and creamy Sausage Gnocchi Soup packed with Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, fresh vegetables, spinach, and a rich broth flavored with herbs, garlic, and a splash of white wine. Perfect for a hearty meal that warms you from the inside out.

Ingredients

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Meat and Dairy

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage, chicken or pork, mild or hot
  • 2 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1½ cups heavy cream

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 ribs celery, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced in half lengthwise and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, quartered and chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach, packed (add more if desired)

Liquids

  • ½ cup dry white wine, optional (Pinto Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay)
  • 4–5 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Herbs & Spices

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dried fennel

Other

  • 1 pound potato gnocchi

Instructions

  1. Cook the Sausage: Crumble and cook the Italian sausage in a large soup pot over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease, leaving about a tablespoon in the pot for sautéing.
  2. Sauté Vegetables: Add butter to the pot, then add diced onion, chopped celery, and carrots. Cook for about 10 minutes until vegetables soften, stirring occasionally to develop flavors.
  3. Add Garlic and Herbs: Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and dried fennel. Cook for 30 seconds until garlic is fragrant, then add chopped Roma tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  4. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the dry white wine and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until the wine reduces by half to concentrate the flavor.
  5. Add Broth and Simmer: Stir in low-sodium chicken broth, increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Cook Gnocchi and Add Cream: Add potato gnocchi carefully to the simmering soup. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they float to the surface. Slowly stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add Spinach: Stir in baby spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted and bright green, fully incorporating it into the soup.
  8. Serve: Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves, and hot sauce for added flavor.

Notes

  • You can use mild or hot Italian sausage depending on your heat preference.
  • White wine can be omitted or replaced with extra chicken broth if desired.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, but cream adds rich texture.
  • Add parmesan cheese or fresh herbs as a garnish to enhance flavor.
  • Ensure not to overcook the gnocchi; they should float when done.

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