Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 package store-bought gnocchi
- 2 sausages, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh sage or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Roast the butternut squash until tender, about 25-30 minutes. Mash or puree until smooth.
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in the mashed butternut squash and heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked gnocchi and sausage back to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- You can replace sausage with vegetarian options for a meat-free dish.
- Use fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Adjust cream for desired sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Roasting, sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Comfort, dairy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg