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Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi Recipe


  • Author: Grace Riley
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4

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