One Pot Creamy Sausage Gnocchi
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
456 kcal
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Course
Main Course
One Pot Creamy Sausage Gnocchi
Description
One Pot Creamy Sausage Gnocchi features Italian sausage cooked with diced onions and garlic, followed by deglazing with white wine and Italian seasoning. Adding canned diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and potato gnocchi creates a creamy, hearty sauce that thickens as it simmers. The gnocchi absorb the flavors, resulting in a tender bite that complements the savory sausage and slightly tangy tomato base. This combination balances richness and acidity while maintaining soft textures throughout.
The dish benefits from a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese before serving, enhancing the depth of flavor with its salty, nutty notes. Cooking the gnocchi in the sauce mixture eliminates the need for multiple pots while ensuring the pasta infuses with the sauce.
Serve this gnocchi dish on its own for a filling dinner or with a simple green salad to complement the creamy and meaty flavors. The recipe yields a comforting, creamy entree with a balanced profile of Italian herbs, sausage, and cheese.
Mild or hot Italian sausage can be substituted based on preference, and using canned diced tomatoes with added garlic or onion can slightly alter the flavor but remain suitable. Heavy cream, sometimes labeled as whipping cream, enriches the sauce. Nutritional values are estimates provided for guidance.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Italian sausage ground
- 1 cup onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup white wine dry
- 28 ounce diced tomatoes canned
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 16 ounces potato gnocchi
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
Instructions
- Add the Italian sausage to a large skillet.
- Cook over medium-high heat, stirring to break up the sausage as it cooks.
- Add the onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the white wine and Italian seasoning. Cook, stirring the entire time, for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes with juice, cream, and gnocchi.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for about 5-6 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue to cook until the gnocchi is cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use either mild or hot Italian sausage depending on your taste preference.
- If ground Italian sausage is unavailable, remove casings from Italian sausage links and crumble.
- Diced tomatoes with added garlic and onion are acceptable substitutes for the canned diced tomatoes.
- Heavy cream labeled as whipping or heavy whipping cream can be used interchangeably.
- Nutritional values provided are approximate estimates only.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 456 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 456kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 82mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 868mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 419mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 612IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 140mg | 14% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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