Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage. This comforting dish features tender potato gnocchi enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with savory Italian sausage and fragrant herbs. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 40 minutes. With its delicious blend of flavors and inviting aroma, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite that warms both the heart and the belly.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 10 oz potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup butternut squash puree
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Fresh sage and thyme (to taste)
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned (about 6 minutes).
- Stir in gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Mix in butternut squash puree and minced garlic; reduce heat and cook for an additional 3 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in fresh herbs, season with salt and pepper, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg