Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage in 40 Minutes!
A delicious and comforting dish featuring creamy butternut squash gnocchi paired with savory sausage, ready in just 40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of gnocchi
- 1 cup butternut squash puree
- 1/2 pound Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh sage leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the Italian sausage, cooking until browned.
- Stir in the butternut squash puree and heavy cream, mixing well.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh sage leaves.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute sausage with mushrooms or a plant-based sausage.
- Feel free to add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated for a quick meal.