Creamy Sausage & Gnocchi Soup
This Creamy Sausage & Gnocchi Soup comes together in about 30 minutes, which makes it perfect for busy days when you still want a warm and satisfying meal. When the weather turns colder or a long day leaves you craving comfort, this soup delivers big flavor without a lot of effort. From the first simmer, it fills the kitchen with rich, cozy aromas that make dinnertime feel easy and inviting.
Because everything cooks quickly on the stovetop, this recipe works especially well on nights when I forget to set the crockpot or need to throw something together after a busy workday. Instead of scrambling for takeout, I can get a hearty, homemade dinner on the table fast. Even better, the combination of sausage and gnocchi creates a filling meal that does not require extra sides.
Meanwhile, the flavors truly shine. The sausage adds savory depth, the gnocchi brings a soft and comforting bite, and the creamy broth ties everything together beautifully. Each spoonful tastes rich and satisfying, yet the recipe stays simple enough for any night of the week.
Most importantly, this Creamy Sausage & Gnocchi Soup has become a regular in our dinner rotation because the whole family enjoys it. It warms everyone up, fills you up, and delivers that solid, comforting meal you want after a long day. Once you try it, you will understand why it earns a spot on repeat!
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Ingredients
- Jimmy Dean Hot Sausage
- Potato Gnocchi
- All Purpose Flour
- Minced Garlic
- Shredded Carrots
- Yellow Onion
- Fresh Spinach
- Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base
- Heavy Cream
- Butter
- Dried Bay Leaves
- Salt & Pepper to taste
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: First, dice the onion and set it aside. Then melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion, carrots, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Step 2: Next, add the sausage to the pot and cook until fully browned. While it cooks, mix the Better Than Bouillon with 4 cups of warm water until dissolved to create the chicken broth.
- Step 3: Once the sausage finishes cooking, stir in the flour until well combined.
- Step 4: Then slowly pour in the prepared chicken broth, stirring constantly, followed by the heavy cream and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Step 5: Add the gnocchi and cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then let the soup simmer. Remove the bay leaves.
- Step 6: Finally, stir in the spinach until wilted. Then serve warm and enjoy!
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl or measuring cup for mixing broth
- Ladle
Storage
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the soup in freezer safe containers for up to 2 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
FAQ
Yes, you can make it ahead and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors continue to develop, which makes leftovers even better the next day.
We LOVE hot sausage in this house, so I use it in most recipes. Italian sausage works great in this recipe. You can use mild or spicy depending on your preference and the flavor level your family enjoys.
Sure! Use olive oil instead of butter if you prefer.
More Quick Dinners You May Enjoy:
Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:
- Chicken Pasta Salad with Grapes & Citrus
- Easy Crockpot Chicken and Biscuit Dumplings
- Big Mac-Inspired Quesadillas
- Golden Baked Mac & Cheese
Crockpot Meals for Another Day
These are my favorite crockpot meals when I have a little more time:
- Copycat Chick-Fil-A Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Crockpot Mississippi Pot Roast
- Sweet BBQ Meatballs
- 2-Ingredient Spicy Sweet Chili Meatballs
📖 Recipe
Creamy Sausage & Gnocchi Soup
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch Oven
- Cutting Board
- Stovetop
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl or measuring cup for mixing broth
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 lb Jimmy Dean Hot Sausage
- 1 lb Potato Gnocchi (2 if you want more gnoochi!)
- 3 tablespoon All Purpose Flour
- 2 teaspoon Minced Garlic
- ½ cup Shredded Carrots
- ½ Yellow Onion medium
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach
- 2 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base
- 4 cups Water warm (OR chicken broth - NO Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base if you use premade broth)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoon Butter (or olive oil)
- 3 Dried Bay Leaves
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- First, dice the onion and set it aside. Then melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion, carrots, and garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Next, add the sausage to the pot and cook until fully browned. While it cooks, mix the Better Than Bouillon with 4 cups of warm water until dissolved to create the chicken broth.
- Once the sausage finishes cooking, stir in the flour until well combined.
- Then slowly pour in the prepared chicken broth, stirring constantly, followed by the heavy cream and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
- Add the gnocchi and cook until tender, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then let the soup simmer. Remove the bay leaves.
- Finally, stir in the spinach until wilted. Then serve warm and enjoy!
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