Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Garlic Sage Butter

This recipe combines homemade butternut squash gnocchi with a flavorful garlic sage butter sauce, served over a bed of wilted spinach. The rich flavors of the gnocchi and the aromatic sage butter create a comforting and satisfying meal that is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 small butternut squash
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 10-12 fresh sage leaves
• 4 cups fresh spinach

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cut the butternut squash in half, remove the seeds, and place it cut-side down on the baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the squash is soft.
3. Scoop out the flesh of the squash and mash it in a bowl. Add the flour, egg, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, and mix until a dough forms.
4. Roll the dough into ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces to make the gnocchi. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi until they float to the surface.
5. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sage leaves, and cook until fragrant.
6. Add the cooked gnocchi to the pan with the garlic sage butter and toss to coat.
7. In another pan, wilt the spinach over medium heat.
8. To serve, place a bed of wilted spinach on a plate and top with the butternut squash gnocchi and garlic sage butter.
9. Enjoy your homemade butternut squash gnocchi with garlic sage butter over wilted spinach!

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