Gnocchi With Sausage and Spinach

Ingredients

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• 2 9-ounce packages refrigerated gnocchi or one 17.5-ounce package shelf-stable gnocchi
• 1 medium yellow onion , finely chopped
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 5-ounce bag baby spinach
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) grated parmesan , plus more for serving

On Hand

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 clove garlic , finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions. Drain, reserving ¼ cup of the cooking liquid.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the sausage and cook, crumbling it with a spoon, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Add the garlic , spinach , salt , and pepper and cook, tossing frequently, until the spinach wilts, about 3 minutes.
5. Add the gnocchi, the reserved cooking liquid, and the parmesan and toss. Divide among individual bowls and sprinkle with additional parmesan .