Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage is a heartwarming dish perfect for the chilly autumn months. This one-pan recipe combines tender gnocchi with a rich and creamy sauce made from fresh butternut squash puree, savory Italian sausage, and aromatic herbs like thyme and sage. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests at dinner parties. The flavors meld beautifully, creating a comforting meal that will quickly become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 10 oz potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup butternut squash puree
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- Salt and coarsely ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large high-sided skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in uncooked gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Cover and cook for about 5 minutes until gnocchi are tender.
- Add butternut squash puree and minced garlic; reduce heat and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Mix in half of the fresh herbs; season to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg