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Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage

Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage Bliss

This creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage is an easy one-pan dinner perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Italian Sausage Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can use butter for a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter version.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Gnocchi
  • 1 lb Potato Gnocchi Store-bought saves time.
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Puree Can use pre-made or homemade.
For the Herbs
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage Can substitute with dried, use 1 tsp dried per 2 tbsp fresh.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Can substitute with dried, use 1 tsp dried per 2 tbsp fresh.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Coarsely Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the butternut squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and roast on a baking sheet for 30–40 minutes until tender.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Italian sausage and cook for about 6 minutes until browned.
  3. Add uncooked potato gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in butternut squash puree and minced garlic. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add half of the fresh thyme and sage, plus salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another minute and garnish with the remaining herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can customize the dish with different sausage types or additional veggies. This is a great dish for sharing and impressing guests.

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