# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta & Dairy
01 - 1 lb potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
02 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
03 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
→ Meats
04 - 10 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
→ Vegetables
05 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
08 - 3.5 oz baby spinach (optional)
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil (plus extra for garnish)
→ Oils & Seasonings
10 - 2 tbsp olive oil
11 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
03 - Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, and chili flakes, cooking 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Pour in crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 5 minutes.
05 - Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until sauce thickens.
06 - Incorporate spinach if using and basil, stirring until spinach wilts.
07 - Cook gnocchi in boiling water until they float to the surface, about 2 to 3 minutes.
08 - Drain gnocchi and add to the sauce. Toss gently to coat and heat for 1 to 2 minutes.
09 - Stir in Parmesan cheese, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve garnished with extra basil.
