Description
Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup is a comforting dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. This hearty soup is a delightful blend of tender gnocchi, savory chicken sausage, and fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike. With layers of flavor and a creamy texture, each spoonful offers a cozy dining experience that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 400 g (1 lb) chicken sausage, casings removed and cut into chunks
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 celery sticks, diced
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes
- 75 ml (1/3 cup) dry white grape juice
- 1 litre (4 cups) chicken stock
- 150 ml (3/4 cup) double cream
- 500 g gnocchi
- A handful baby spinach
- 30 g (1/4 cup) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add diced onion, carrot, and celery; sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red chili flakes; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in dry white grape juice; cook until most of the liquid evaporates (about 1 minute). Then add chicken stock; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in double cream and gnocchi; cook according to package instructions (typically 2–3 minutes).
- Mix in baby spinach until wilted; add grated Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg