Creamy Italian Sausage Gnocchi Soup

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

400 g (1 lb) Italian 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

¼ teaspoon red chilli flakes

75 ml (⅓ cup) dry white wine

1 litre (4 cups) chicken stock

150 ml (¾ cup) double cream

500 g gnocchi

A handful baby spinach

30 g (¼ cup) freshly grated Parmesan

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot and fry the sausage for 4-5 minutes over medium-high heat until slightly browned, crumbling it with your spoon as it cooks.

Add the onion, carrot and celery and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the garlic, Italian seasoning, and red chilli flakes and continue to cook for another minute until fragrant.

Stir in the white wine and cook for a minute, stirring often, until the alcohol evaporates almost completely. Add the chicken stock, bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Stir in the double cream, then add the gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes or as specified on the instructions on the package.

Next, stir in the baby spinach and grated Parmesan, season to taste and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1

Amount Per Serving:

Calories: 639Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 933mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 3gSugar: 7gProtein: 27g

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use a different type of sausage in the creamy Italian sausage gnocchi soup?

Absolutely! Feel free to use your preferred type of sausage or experiment with different flavors.

Can I omit the wine in the recipe?

Yes, if you prefer not to use wine, you can skip it.

The soup will still be flavorful without it.

Is it necessary to use dry white wine, or can I use another type?

You can use another type of white wine if dry white wine is not available.

Choose a wine you enjoy drinking.

Can I substitute vegetable stock for chicken stock to make it vegetarian?

Yes, you can use vegetable stock to make a vegetarian version of the soup.

What does “casings removed” mean for the Italian sausage?

It refers to taking the sausage out of its casing, usually by cutting through the casing and removing the sausage meat.

Can I make this soup ahead of time and reheat it later?

Yes, you can make the soup ahead of time.

However, add the gnocchi and spinach just before serving to maintain their texture.

Is there a substitute for double cream?

You can use heavy cream as a substitute for double cream in this recipe.

Can I use frozen gnocchi instead of fresh?

Yes, you can use frozen gnocchi.

Adjust the cooking time according to the instructions on the package.

What kind of Parmesan is best for this soup?

Freshly grated Parmesan works best for optimal flavor.

You can also experiment with Pecorino Romano for a slightly different taste.

Can I customize the level of spiciness in the soup?

Absolutely! Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the level of spiciness according to your taste preferences.