Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 pound Italian sausage links, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh sage or herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Roast or boil the butternut squash until tender, then mash until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed squash, egg, salt, and pepper. Gradually add flour until dough forms.
- Divide dough into portions, roll into logs, and cut into bite-sized gnocchi.
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook sausage slices until browned and cooked through.
- Add cooked gnocchi to the skillet with sausage, toss gently to coat in sauce.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure squash is completely mashed for smooth gnocchi dough.
- For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan or a splash of cream to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Boiling, roasting, sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg