Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage is the ultimate comfort food, beautifully marrying the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with savory Italian sausage and tender gnocchi. This rich and velvety dish is perfect for cozy dinners, family gatherings, or a satisfying solo meal. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you’ll create a delectable dinner that warms both your heart and palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 1 pound gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 10 fresh sage leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the butternut squash, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place cut-side down on a lined baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook crumbled Italian sausage until browned and crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
- Using the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Scoop the roasted squash into the sauce along with cooked gnocchi and sausage. Stir gently until well coated.
- Add fresh sage leaves; season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg