Description
A delightful dish that combines the creamy texture of butternut squash with savory sausage, creating a comforting meal packed with nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Butternut Squash
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 Egg
- 8 oz Italian Sausage
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 cup Caramelized Onions
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Pinch of Nutmeg
Instructions
- Cut the butternut squash in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 30-40 minutes until soft, then scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butternut squash puree, flour, and egg. Mix until it forms a soft dough, then knead lightly until smooth.
- Roll the dough into ropes about Âľ inch thick and cut into 1-inch pieces. Shape the gnocchi by pressing against a fork.
- Boil salted water and drop in the gnocchi; they are done when they float to the surface, usually within 2-3 minutes.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and cook the Italian sausage until browned.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the pan with the sausage, along with caramelized onions and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute the egg with flaxseed meal and the sausage with mushrooms. Use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: butternut squash, gnocchi, Italian sausage, comfort food, vegetarian
