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Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi

Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi: Your Cozy Autumn Dish

Enjoy a comforting and indulgent Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi recipe, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gnocchi Base
  • 10 oz Potato Gnocchi Soft base for the sauce
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Use sweet Italian or chicken sausage for milder flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Replace with coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great substitute
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Puree Use frozen if fresh is unavailable
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For Seasoning and Aromatics
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Chopped
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add 10 ounces of potato gnocchi to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped sage, and 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped thyme. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of chicken broth, scrape the bottom to deglaze, and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add 1 cup of butternut squash puree, stir until combined and heated through for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve into bowls or plates, garnished with additional herbs if desired, enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Roasting butternut squash before pureeing enhances sweetness. Allow sausage to brown well for depth.

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