Description
This Vegetarian Marry Me Gnocchi is a rich and comforting dish featuring tender gnocchi simmered in a creamy Tuscan sauce with vegan spicy sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Enhanced with fragrant garlic, herbs, and a touch of parmesan, this recipe offers a perfect balance of spicy, savory, and creamy flavors, ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
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Base and Seasoning
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (28 g)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Main Ingredients
- 14 oz vegan spicy sausage, crumbled (396 g) - e.g., Impossible Foods Plant Based Spicy Sausage
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, roughly chopped (130 g)
- 2 cups vegetable broth (473 g)
- 1 lb gnocchi (453 g)
- 2 cups spinach, roughly chopped
Dairy and Herbs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 mL)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan (40 g)
- 2 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Brown the “Meat”: Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large sauté pan or pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sauté for about 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant. Crumble the vegan spicy sausage into the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 10 minutes depending on the brand.
- Add Fillings and Simmer Gnocchi: Stir in the roughly chopped sun-dried tomatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add the gnocchi, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for 2 to 4 minutes or until the gnocchi are tender and cooked through.
- Finish the Sauce: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the roughly chopped spinach until wilted. Then add the heavy cream, grated parmesan, and chopped fresh basil, stirring well to combine. Serve the gnocchi warm, optionally alongside crusty bread for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute heavy cream with full-fat canned coconut milk or an unflavored dairy-free creamer, use vegan butter, and choose a vegan parmesan alternative.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, opt for gluten-free gnocchi varieties.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave in 30-second increments until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
