Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Italian Sausage, Sage, and Thyme
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi combines savoryItalian sausage with a rich butternut squash sauce, fresh sage, and thyme,making it the perfect comforting meal for cooler days.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Italian sausage casings removed (about 3 sausage links)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 10 oz potato gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup butternut squash puree
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper according to your preference.
Instructions
Cook the Sausage:
- In a spacious pot or Dutch oven, warm the olive oil on medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up into small crumbles with a spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sausage is browned and fully cooked.
Prepare the Gnocchi:
- In the same skillet, add the gnocchi. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the gnocchi is golden brown and slightly crisp on the edges. Transfer the gnocchi to the plate with the sausage.
Make the Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce:
- In the skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Add the butternut squash puree and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add Herbs and Season:
- Stir in the chopped sage and thyme, then season with salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked sausage and gnocchi to the skillet, tossing them in the creamy butternut squash sauce until well coated. Let the mixture simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat everything through. Serve immediately, garnished with extra sage or thyme if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcal
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