Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage is the epitome of autumn comfort food. This delightful dish marries the natural sweetness of butternut squash with savory Italian sausage, all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a stunning meal that looks as good as it tastes—perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. The fragrant herbs of thyme and sage elevate this dish, making it a seasonal favorite that warms both the heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme
- Salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large high-sided skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and brown on both sides.
- Stir in uncooked gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer until gnocchi are tender.
- Incorporate butternut squash puree and garlic; cook until combined and thickened.
- Remove from heat; mix in fresh herbs and season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg