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Served butternut squash gnocchi with sausage
Lucy

Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage

Creamy and cozy butternut squash gnocchi with sausage is a quick one-pan fall dinner ready in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 674
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 10 oz potato gnocchi
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh sage chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes.
  3. 3. Add uncooked gnocchi, cream, and broth to the skillet.
  4. 4. Stir well and bring to a light boil. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Add squash puree and garlic. Stir and simmer for another 3–4 minutes.
  6. 6. Add fresh sage and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. 7. Serve hot with extra herbs on top.

Notes

If using pre-made squash puree, ensure it's unsweetened.
This dish pairs well with garlic bread or arugula salad.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 5 days.