Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake with Sage
Pumpkin Gnocchi Bake with Sage is the ultimate comfort food for autumn. This creamy, savory dish features fluffy gnocchi enveloped in a rich pumpkin sauce and topped with crispy sage leaves. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests without hassle, its vibrant colors and delightful flavors will make your taste buds sing. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook looking to elevate their dinner game.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh pumpkin gnocchi
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 fresh sage leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté minced garlic and sage leaves until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in heavy cream; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Fold cooked pumpkin gnocchi into the sauce until well-coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, roast the pumpkin before blending it into a purée. Substitute pumpkin with sweet potato or butternut squash for variety. Enhance texture by adding crispy bacon or nuts.