What's for dinner Tonight? - One Pan Creamy Gnocchi with Sausage

As cooler weather starts to set in, there is nothing better for dinner than comfort food. From Food Network Magazine, this one pan recipe is quick, easy and delicious. If you like things mild use sweet Italian sausage, or to add a little kick use spicy Italian sausage. The creamy, cheesy sauce topped with fresh basil is bursting with flavor. This is sure to be a hit for family or guests.

One Pan Creamy Gnocchi with Sausage

8.8 ounces of Italian sausage, ground (I used hot sausage)*

1/2 small onion, chopped finely

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup dry white wine (e.g. sauvignon blanc)

1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes with juices

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1 pound uncooked potato gnocchi (do not pre-cook)

1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Handful of fresh basil, torn

salt & pepper to taste

1. Prep the onion. Sauté' with the ground sausage in a medium skillet on medium-high heat for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the sausage and onions are lightly browned.

2. Add the garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.

3. Add the wine and let it cook for about a minute.

4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cream, and gnocchi. Once the sauce starts to bubble again, cover the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes.

5. Uncover the pan, give it a good stir, and let it cook for another few minutes, or until the gnocchi has cooked through and is nice and soft and the sauce has thickened to your liking.

6. Stir in the parmesan cheese, basil, and salt & pepper, to taste. Serve immediately. 

* If you prefer, you can use sausage links cut into bite sized pieces.