Braised Gnocchi in Tomato Sausage Sauce

Adapted from a recipe I had on hand and modified. Braising gnocchi changes the texture completely ... you must try this!

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 34  ounces  gnocchi, whole wheat prepackaged
• 2  tablespoons olive oil, Extra Virgin
• 1  lb Italian sausage
• 4  teaspoons garlic, minced
• 28  ounces whole tomatoes, Cento is the preferred brand
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 1  cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1⁄4 cup basil, fresh chopped
• 1  teaspoon rosemary, dried

Directions

1. Heat an oven proof skillet over medium heat, add the oil.
2. Add gnocchi and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If you have a smaller skillet, you may need to do this in multiple batches.
3. Remove gnocchi to a large bowl and set aside.
4. Brown sausage, breaking it into small pieces. Once cooked, add to the gnocchi.
5. Add tomato and garlic to the pan, and cook for 2 minutes breaking apart the whole tomato pieces. Add chicken broth, and bring to a simmer.
6. Stir in 1/2 of the basil and all of the rosemary. Then add gnocchi mixture.
7. Top with the cheese, and broil on HI for 4 minutes or until brown.
8. Sprinkle remaining basil on top and serve.