Gnocchi with Sausage & Spinach

Gnocchi with Sausage & Spinach
(Real Simple, March 2007)

Two 9 oz. packages refrigerated gnocchi, or one 17.5 oz. package shelf-stable gnocchi
1 Tblspn. olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 lb. Italian ground sausage
1 clove garlic, minced
One 5-oz bag baby spinach
¼ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
¾ c. grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnishing

Cook the gnocchi according to the package directions, reserving ¼ c. of the pasta water.
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet and cook onion until softened, about 5 min.
Add the sausage and cook, crumbling it with a spoon, until browned (5-7 min.)
Add the garlic, spinach, salt & pepper and cook, tossing frequently, until spinach wilts.
Add the drained gnocchi, the reserved cooking liquid, and the Parmesan, and toss.Divide among individual bowls and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese.