Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage is a comforting dish that perfectly blends the sweet, nutty flavor of roasted butternut squash with savory Italian sausage, all enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. This delightful meal is easy to prepare and ideal for cozy evenings or entertaining guests. Each bite is a warm hug of flavors, making it a dish you’ll return to again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 package (16 oz) gnocchi
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat and set aside.
- Blend the roasted butternut squash with heavy cream and sage until smooth. Season to taste.
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float; drain.
- In the skillet, combine cooked gnocchi with sausage and sauce; heat gently until warmed through.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg