Description
These 11 Gnocchi Soup recipes offer rich, creamy comfort with fluffy gnocchi, bold flavors, and easy one-pot prep. Great for family dinners or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
1 lb Italian sausage or chicken
4 cups chicken, beef, or vegetable broth
1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
1–2 cups heavy cream
2–3 cups greens or vegetables (spinach, kale, mushrooms)
Optional: diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, pesto, Parmesan, onions, carrots, celery
Seasonings: salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, basil
Instructions
Follow this generalized method, then apply the specific ingredients for your chosen version:
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Brown your protein (sausage, chicken, bacon) in a large pot until cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
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Add aromatic vegetables if required (onion, diced carrots, celery) and sauté until softened.
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Pour in the appropriate broth (chicken, beef or vegetable). Bring to a boil.
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Stir in the gnocchi and cook for about 3–4 minutes (until tender and floating).
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Lower the heat, add cream (or dairy alternative), vegetables (greens, kale, mushrooms), and any flavor-boosters (sun-dried tomatoes, diced tomatoes, pesto, cheese). Simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is hot and the greens are wilted.
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Finish with seasonings like red pepper flakes, fresh basil, or Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately with crusty bread if desired.
Notes
Use store-bought gnocchi for ease
Add cream after reducing heat to avoid curdling
For storage, refrigerate up to 3 days; reheat gently with added broth
Gnocchi may soak up broth over time; add extra if needed when reheating
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Protein: 24 g