Creamy Italian Sausage Soup: A Cozy Delight for Any Night
This creamy Italian sausage and gnocchi soup is a comforting dish perfect for chilly nights, combining rich flavors with simple ingredients.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 package gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning, and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Add chopped spinach and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use turkey sausage instead of pork sausage.
- This soup can also be made with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Creamy Italian Sausage and Gnocchi Soup, Italian soup, comforting soup, cozy recipes