Tender gnocchi with spicy sausage, wilted kale, and rich tomato sauce. Ready in 30 minutes for busy weeknights.
# Components:
→ Gnocchi
01 - 1 lb potato gnocchi, fresh or shelf-stable
→ Sausage & Vegetables
02 - 10.5 oz spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 4 oz fresh kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
07 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
→ Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Finishing
11 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
12 - Fresh basil for garnish, optional
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 5 minutes.
03 - Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
04 - Add kale and cook, stirring, until wilted, 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Stir in diced tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer uncovered for 7 to 8 minutes, letting the sauce thicken. Season with salt and pepper.
06 - While the sauce simmers, cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float to the surface, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. Drain.
07 - Add cooked gnocchi to the sauce and toss gently to coat. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
