Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi (Printable Version)
A creamy blend of butternut squash, gnocchi, sausage, thyme, and sage creating a satisfying dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat
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12 oz Italian sausage, casings removed
→ Produce
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons fresh sage, divided
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme, divided
→ Dairy
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Pantry
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ cup chicken broth
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10 oz potato gnocchi, uncooked
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1 cup butternut squash puree
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Salt and coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Remove the sausage from casings and slice into pieces. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large, high-sided skillet. Add sausage slices and cook without turning for 4 minutes to brown one side. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Add uncooked gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth to the skillet with the sausage. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to combine. Cover and cook for 5 minutes while the sauce simmers.
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Stir in butternut squash puree and minced garlic. Bring mixture back to a boil, then reduce heat to low-medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until gnocchi are tender, garlic is cooked, and sauce thickens, approximately 3 minutes or longer as needed.
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Remove from heat and stir in half of the fresh sage and thyme. Season with salt and coarsely ground black pepper to taste, considering the saltiness of the sausage.
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Serve the dish garnished with the remaining fresh sage and thyme.
# Additional Notes:
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Adjust salt cautiously since the sausage may contribute sufficient saltiness.