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Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage

A comforting dish featuring tender gnocchi coated in a creamy butternut squash sauce with savory sausage and aromatic herbs.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium Butternut squash Roasted until tender
  • 1 package Fresh gnocchi Look for fresh options for better texture
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Or your choice of sausage
Seasonings and Herbs
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh sage Chopped
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic For flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt To taste
  • 1 pinch Pepper To taste
Liquids and Fats
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Or a dairy substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese For garnish, optional
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach For added nutrition, optional
  • 1 package Gluten-free gnocchi For gluten-free option

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven and prepare your cooking equipment.
  2. Slice the butternut squash in half, remove the seeds, and roast it drizzled with olive oil until tender.
  3. Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the sausage, cooking until browned and crispy.
  2. Add minced garlic, chopped thyme, and sage, and let them wilt.
  3. Incorporate the roasted butternut squash by mashing it slightly with the sausage.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently until creamy, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss the cooked gnocchi in the sauce until coated and serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Avoid overcooking the gnocchi to prevent a mushy texture. For leftover storage, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.