Slow Cooker Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi

Slow Cooker Tuscan Sausage Gnocchi combines Italian sausage, tender gnocchi, tomatoes, spinach, broth, and cream in an easy, hearty dinner.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 210 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Slow Cooker

Ingredients

• 12 oz italian sausage
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried italian seasoning
• 1 lb gnocchi
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and the ground meat reaches 160°F (71°C), about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. (about 8 min) — Medium heat; 160°F (71°C)
2. Stir the garlic into the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Transfer the sausage mixture to a slow cooker. (about 1 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the broth, tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir, cover, and cook on LOW for 3 hours. (about 180 min) — Low
4. Stir in the gnocchi, cover, and cook on LOW until tender, about 30 minutes. (about 30 min) — Low
5. Stir in the spinach and cream. Cover and cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce is hot, about 3 to 5 minutes. (about 5 min) — Low
6. Stir in the Parmesan and serve hot. (about 1 min)