Baked Gnocchi with Kale and Sausage Recipe - Sweet & Saucy

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (up to 1/2 teaspoon for more heat)
• 1 tablespoon whole fennel seeds
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped small
• 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes (one can)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 bunch kale, about 4 cups destemmed and chopped
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage links, precooked (or plant-based sausage)
• 1.5 pounds gnocchi, uncooked
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4 inch thick
• 0.75 cup pecorino romano or parmesan, grated