Description
Savor the comfort of Sausage and Gnocchi Marinara, a heartwarming dish that combines tender gnocchi with robust Italian sausage in a rich marinara sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or gatherings, delivering a delightful blend of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With simple ingredients and easy steps, this meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it a go-to favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 16 oz gnocchi (fresh or frozen)
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add crushed tomatoes and season with salt, pepper, and dried basil; simmer for 10 minutes.
- While the sauce simmers, boil salted water and cook gnocchi according to package instructions; drain once they float.
- Combine gnocchi with sauce in the skillet; stir gently to coat and heat through for another 3-5 minutes.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg