Spinach & Sausage Gnocchi

As we start to see snow storms and bitter cold set in, nothing hits the spot like a delicious, hearty meal, and that’s exactly what you’ll be serving up with this rich, creamy gnocchi dish adorned with cooked spinach and robust Italian chicken sausage.

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked Italian chicken sausage links, halved and sliced
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup white wine or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook gnocchi according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; cook sausage and shallots until sausage is browned and shallots are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer.
2. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, 3-4 minutes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and broth until smooth; stir into sausage mixture. 
3. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. 
4. Add spinach and cream; cook and stir until spinach is wilted.
5. Drain gnocchi; add to pan and heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.