1-Gather and Prep Ingredients: Start by getting all your ingredients ready to make Sausage And Gnocchi Marinara go smoothly. Slice the 1 pound Italian chicken sausage into bite-sized pieces and measure out the rest. You’ll need 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 small white onion diced, 4 cloves garlic minced, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, 1 (1-pound) package potato gnocchi, 2 handfuls fresh baby spinach, and 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves. Having everything prepared helps avoid mistakes and keeps the cooking fun.

2-Brown the Sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced Italian chicken sausage and brown it on both sides for about 8 10 minutes, then set it aside on a plate. This step builds flavor and makes the sausage tender and juicy. Watch closely to prevent burning and keep the dish tasting great.

3-Sauté Aromatics: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the diced white onion to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring now and then. Next, mix in the 4 cloves minced garlic, 2 transports tablespoons tomato paste, and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often to blend the flavors. This creates a solid base for your Sausage And Gnocchi Marinara.

4-Build the Sauce: Pour in the 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes with their juices. Stir and break up the tomatoes using a wooden spoon, then bring it to a simmer and lower the heat to keep it gentle. Let it simmer for a bit to mix the tastes. This step makes the sauce rich and full, perfect for the gnocchi.

5-Add Gnocchi and Sausage: Stir in the 1 (1-pound) package potato gnocchi and the cooked sausage. Cook everything together for 6 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi turns tender. This lets the gnocchi soak up the sauce’s flavors, making each bite delicious.

6-Incorporate Greens and Finish: Mix in the 2 handfuls fresh baby spinach and 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves until the spinach wilts. Season with fine sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. For timing, aim for prep in 7 minutes, cooking in 23 minutes, and total time of 30 minutes to keep things quick.

7-Adjust and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust as needed before serving warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Follow the timing checklist: Brown sausage for 8 10 minutes, sauté for 5 minutes, simmer sauce, and cook gnocchi for 6 8 minutes. For variations, like using frozen gnocchi, cook it directly in the sauce. Remember, for internal links, check out our easy gnocchi recipes for more ideas on this site.