Ingredients
Meat and Cheese
- 8 ounces beef kielbasa, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
Vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red or orange bell pepper, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Pantry Items
- 1 package (about 16 ounces) shelf-stable potato gnocchi
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken or beef broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Slice the beef kielbasa into ½-inch thick rounds, finely chop the yellow onion, chop the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and mince the garlic cloves.
- Brown the Kielbasa: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook for 3-5 minutes until nicely browned. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics and Veggies: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Build the Sauce and Cook the Gnocchi: Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and ½ cup of low-sodium chicken or beef broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the gnocchi to the skillet and simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are tender and cooked through.
- Finish with Greens and Cheese: Return the browned kielbasa to the skillet and add the fresh spinach. Stir everything together until the spinach is wilted. Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated into the sauce.
- Serve Immediately: Divide the dish into bowls and garnish with the remaining grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally, sprinkle with red pepper flakes for some heat. Serve hot to enjoy the comforting flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken sausage or turkey kielbasa if preferred.
- For a vegetarian version, replace kielbasa with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.
- Add a splash of heavy cream or milk for a creamier sauce if desired.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
