Pumpkin Gnocchi with Sage Butter Sauce
Indulge in the warmth of fall with this homemade pumpkin gnocchi, coated in a decadent sage butter sauce. The tender and fluffy gnocchi are not only visually stunning but also bursting with autumn flavors that will impress your guests or provide comfort on a chilly evening. This delightful dish is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, making it a must-try recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh preferred)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 6 fresh sage leaves
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, egg, and salt until smooth. Gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
- Lightly flour your work surface and knead the dough gently for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Divide the dough into smaller pieces, roll into ropes about ½ inch thick, and cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Press each piece with a fork to create ridges.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; add gnocchi and cook until they float (about 2-3 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté sage leaves until crispy. Toss cooked gnocchi in the sage butter.
- Serve hot, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg