Gnocchi with Sausage and Brussels Sprouts
Gnocchi with Sausage and Brussels Sprouts is a hearty, flavorful dish that combines tender gnocchi with savory sausage and crispy, roasted Brussels sprouts, tossed in a garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients
For the Gnocchi and Sausage
- 1 lb store-bought or homemade gnocchi
- 3 sausages Italian sausage, chicken sausage, or your favorite type, sliced
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Roast the Brussels Sprouts
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the halved Brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Cook the Sausage
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Gnocchi
- In the same skillet, add the gnocchi and cook over medium heat until the gnocchi is lightly browned and crispy on the edges, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
- Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to the skillet with the gnocchi and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Add the roasted Brussels sprouts and stir to combine.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the top and toss to coat.
Serve and Garnish
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot.
Notes
And there you have it! Your Gnocchi with Sausage and Brussels Sprouts is ready.
This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, combining the savory goodness of sausage and gnocchi with the crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts. It’s a balanced meal that’s both hearty and flavorful.
A few tips from my kitchen to yours:
- For an extra crispy texture, pan-fry the gnocchi after boiling them, or buy pre-packaged skillet-ready gnocchi.
- To keep things lighter, you can use chicken or turkey sausage.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 4g