Sausage Leek Ragu Gnocchi

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

3/4 lb

Italian sausage (mild, casings removed)

large leek (chopped)

1 tsp

fresh thyme (chopped)

2 tbsp

fresh parsley (chopped)

2 cloves

garlic (minced)

1/4 tsp

salt (or to taste)

1/4 tsp

black pepper (or to taste)

1/4 tsp

red pepper flakes

28 oz

crushed tomatoes ((1 can))

1 lb

potato gnocchi

Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)