Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage
A comforting dish combining roasted butternut squash, savory sausage, and tender gnocchi, ideal for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 package gnocchi
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb sausage (Italian or breakfast)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh sage, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Cook butternut squash: Add the cubed butternut squash to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until it’s tender, around 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the cooked sausage, fresh thyme, sage, and any additional salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Add gnocchi and cream: Pour in the heavy cream and add the gnocchi. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the gnocchi are heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve: Dish out the creamy butternut squash gnocchi warm, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a leaner option, use turkey sausage or omit it entirely for a vegetarian version. Consider substituting half of the heavy cream with vegetable broth for a lighter dish.