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and Sage Recipe

and Sage Recipe
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4.8 from 24 reviews

This creamy butternut squash gnocchi recipe combines tender potato gnocchi with savory Italian sausage, fragrant sage and thyme, and a rich sauce made from butternut squash puree, heavy cream, and chicken broth. It’s a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for an elevated weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Gnocchi

  • 12 oz Italian sausage, casings removed (about 3 sausage links)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 oz potato gnocchi

Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh sage, chopped (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (divided)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Coarsely ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sausage: Remove the sausage from its casings and slice into rounds or bite-sized pieces. This helps the sausage cook evenly and release its flavors.
  2. Cook the sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook without stirring for about 4 minutes to get a nice brown crust on one side. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until browned on the other side and cooked through.
  3. Add gnocchi and liquids: To the same skillet with sausage, add uncooked potato gnocchi, 1 cup heavy cream, and ½ cup chicken broth. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Cover with a lid and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the gnocchi to cook through while the sauce starts to thicken.
  4. Incorporate squash and garlic: Stir in 1 cup butternut squash puree and the minced garlic. Bring the sauce back to a simmer on medium heat, then reduce heat to low-medium. Stir frequently and cook for an additional 3 or more minutes until the gnocchi are tender, the garlic is cooked, and the sauce reaches your desired thickness.
  5. Season and finish: Remove from heat and stir in half of the chopped fresh sage and thyme. Season with salt and freshly ground coarse black pepper to taste. Remember that the sausage adds saltiness, so adjust accordingly.
  6. Serve: Plate the gnocchi and sausage mixture and garnish with the remaining fresh sage and thyme for a bright, herbaceous finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried sage and thyme can be substituted if needed—use about 1 teaspoon each dried.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, cook it a few minutes longer uncovered to reduce.
  • You can substitute turkey sausage for a leaner version.
  • Make sure gnocchi are cooked through—they should be soft and tender but not mushy.
  • Adjust seasoning carefully depending on the saltiness of your sausage.

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Keywords: butternut squash gnocchi, creamy gnocchi, Italian sausage recipe, sage and thyme gnocchi, fall dinner, creamy pasta with squash

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