Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredible Crispy Gnocchi with Sausage and Peas! This recipe takes advantage of shelf-stable potato gnocchi, pan-frying it to a delicious golden crisp, offering a delightful textural contrast to tender Italian sausage and sweet green peas. Everything comes together in one pan, making for easy preparation and even easier cleanup. This recipe starts by browning Italian sausage and toasting gnocchi. It’s a hearty and flavorful dish that delivers maximum comfort with minimal effort, perfect for busy evenings.
Note: Tomatoes or peppers are also nice to add.
Ingredients
1lb fresh gnocchi
1 lb hot or sweet Italian sausage
2 cups frozen sweet peas
1/2 grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 torn basil leaves
3 tbsp olive oil
Method
In a large skillet heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium high heat.
Add the gnocchi, breaking apart any that are sticking, cover and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, don’t let burn.
Uncover gnocchi and cook an additional 2-3 minutes while stirring to crisp both sides, adding olive oil if skillet gets too dry.
Transfer gnocchi to a bowl.
Add 1 tbsp olive oil and sausage to skill and cook until no longer pink, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
Add the peas and 1/2 cup of water to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add the gnocchi, Parmesan, and basil leaves to the skillet, and mix well.
Transfer to a large platter and serve.
