Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this easy and delicious one pot creamy sausage gnocchi recipe in a rich tomato sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights!
Heat the olive oil over a medium heat in a large pot.Add the onions and cook for a couple of minutes until beginning to soften. Add the sausagemeat, breaking into small chunks with a wooden spoon. Season with plenty of salt and pepper. Cook for 5-10 mins until browned.
Add the garlic and cook with the meat for another couple of minutes. Push everything to one side and add the tomato puree, cook in the oil for a few minutes until darkening in colour then stir into the meat along with the smoked paprika and thyme.
Pour in the chopped tomatoes and chicken stock. Add the gnocchi and bring the sauce to the boil. Simmer for 5 minutes then add the kale and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Once the kale has wilted and the gnocchi is cooked through add the cream and parmesan and stir through. Taste the sauce and check for seasoning, add more salt if desired. Serve straight away topped with basil leaves.
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.