Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Sausage, Thyme, and Sage is the ultimate fall comfort food. This one-skillet dish combines tender potato gnocchi, savory sausage, fragrant herbs, and a rich butternut squash cream sauce. Quick, cozy, and deeply flavorful, it’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special seasonal meals.
Ingredients
12 oz Italian sausage, casings removed
1 tbsp olive oil
10 oz potato gnocchi (uncooked)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
1 cup butternut squash puree
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large, high-sided skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook undisturbed for 4 minutes. Flip and cook another 2 minutes until browned.
Add uncooked gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Stir well, bring to a boil, then cover and cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in butternut squash puree and garlic. Bring back to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes until sauce thickens and gnocchi are tender.
Stir in half of the sage and thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with remaining herbs.
Notes
Use high-quality gnocchi for best texture—shelf-stable or fresh both work.
Browning sausage enhances overall flavor—don’t skip it.
A pinch of crushed red pepper can add a spicy kick.
Optional: finish with grated Parmesan for extra richness.
Not freezer-friendly due to the creamy sauce, but stores well in the fridge for a few days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Plats
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American