Chicken Stew with Gnocchi | Food Stuff

Ingredients

• 2 large carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 2 celery ribs, chopped
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 3 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Hot pepper sauce, optional
• 1 package (16 ounces) potato gnocchi
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skinless
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup cold water