good for using up odds and ends. serves 2 very generously.
8 ounces ground Italian sausage or prepared links, sliced
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes and juices
1 cup heavy/whipping cream, or whole milk
1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups spinach
fresh basil (can sub dried), salt, and pepper to taste
Saute the sausage and onion in a large skillet on medium-high until lightly browned - 7-10 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Add the wine/broth and cook for another minute.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, cream, and gnocchi. Once the sauce bubbles, cover and reduce to medium for 5 minutes.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese, spinach, basil, salt, and pepper.