Creamy Pesto Gnocchi with Italian Sausage

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A creamy pesto and Italian sausage sauce bring layers of flavor to gnocchi.

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Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 (1 pound) packages gnocchi (refrigerated, frozen, or vacuum-packed)

  • 1 (19.76 ounce) package Johnsonville® Sweet or Mild Italian Sausage links, decased

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ pound snap peas

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice

  • 6 ounces pesto (store-bought or fresh-made)

  • ½ cup light cream (or half and half)

  • ½ cup fresh grated parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. In a large pot, cook the gnocchi according to the package directions. Drain, rinse and return them to the pot.

  2. In a 12" skillet, heat oil over medium heat and saute the snap peas and red peppers until tender, about 4 minutes. Toss into the pot with the reserved cooked gnocchi. In the same skillet, cook and crumble Italian sausage until cooked through about 8-10 minutes. Transfer sausage to the pot with the vegetables and pasta.

  3. Over med-low heat, stir to combine the pasta, vegetables and sausage mixture. Add the pesto and light cream; toss gently to coat all the ingredients. Heat through and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

Tips

Substitution: If you can't find gnocchi, try this easy pesto and cream sauce on any type of pasta. You can also use 3/4 cup of frozen peas in place of the snap peas.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

778 Calories
58g Fat
34g Carbs
28g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 778
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58g 75%
Saturated Fat 22g 109%
Cholesterol 115mg 38%
Sodium 1325mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 28g 57%
Vitamin C 34mg 38%
Calcium 342mg 26%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 335mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.