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Weeknight • Pork

Oven-Baked Sausage Gnocchi with Spinach

This cozy baked gnocchi dish features savory sausage, tender gnocchi, and fresh spinach in a cheesy tomato sauce, all in one pan.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Oven-Baked Sausage Gnocchi with Spinach

Ready for a dish that feels utterly decadent but comes together with minimal effort? Our Oven-Baked Sausage Gnocchi with Spinach is here to make your weeknight dreams come true! With chewy gnocchi, hearty sausage, and a vibrant tomato sauce, it's a comforting meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (17.6 oz) package potato gnocchi (shelf-stable)
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain any excess fat.

  3. Step 3

    Add onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, dried basil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Add the gnocchi and fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring gently until the spinach wilts and the gnocchi is coated in sauce.

  6. Step 6

    Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the gnocchi is tender.

  7. Step 7

    Serve hot, straight from the skillet. Enjoy!

Tips

  • For extra flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes (chopped) in the sauce.
  • If you don't have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish before adding cheese and baking.

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