Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage: A Cozy Delight
This creamy butternut squash gnocchi with sausage recipe is a warm and delightful meal perfect for chilly evenings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound butternut squash
- 1 package gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Peel and cube the butternut squash. Boil until fork-tender, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Add the crumbled sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in the boiled butternut squash and gnocchi, cooking until the gnocchi are tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream, nutmeg, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like sage or basil.
- This dish pairs beautifully with a side salad or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi, Sausage Recipe, Comfort Food