Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage is a comforting dish that combines the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with savory sausage and aromatic herbs. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers a velvety, rich sauce enveloping fluffy gnocchi, making it perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. In under an hour, you can enjoy a delicious meal that warms the soul during any season.
Ingredients
– 2 cups peeled and diced butternut squash
– 1 pound potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
– 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut/cashew cream for a lighter version)
– 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
– 2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 25-30 minutes until tender. Blend until smooth.
2. In a skillet, cook crumbled sausage until browned. Drain excess fat and sauté garlic with thyme and sage.
3. Stir in the blended squash and cream; simmer for about 5 minutes.
4. Add cooked gnocchi to the sauce; gently mix until well-coated. Serve immediately with grated Parmesan.
Notes
– Experiment with different sausages or add veggies like spinach for extra nutrition.
– For a crunchier texture, consider topping with toasted pine nuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 540
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 22g