Description
Creamy butternut squash gnocchi with sausage is a comforting dish that effortlessly combines rich flavors and creamy textures. Tender gnocchi are enveloped in a velvety butternut squash sauce, accented by the savory depth of Italian sausage. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this recipe is sure to impress your guests while being simple enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 1 lb store-bought gnocchi
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 fresh sage leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the butternut squash in half, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, and roast for about 30-35 minutes until tender.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it into pieces as it cooks.
- Add chopped sage leaves to the skillet and let them wilt. Pour in heavy cream and stir until combined.
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions; drain and toss with the creamy sauce.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan until melted and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 75mg