This recipe for pumpkin gnocchi in sage sauce is a perfect fall dish that will impress your family and friends. The soft and pillowy gnocchi are made with fresh pumpkin puree and combined with a creamy sage sauce that is bursting with flavor. This comforting dish is perfect as a main course or even as a side dish for your Thanksgiving feast. With its beautiful orange color and aromatic sage, it not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on the plate. Give this recipe a try and enjoy the delicious flavors of fall!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 10-12 fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, salt, nutmeg, and flour. Mix until well combined to form a soft dough.
- Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into long ropes on a floured surface.
- Cut the ropes into bite-sized pieces and press each piece lightly with a fork to create gnocchi shapes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the gnocchi in batches, dropping them into the boiling water and cooking until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
- While the gnocchi are cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook until crispy, about 2 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked gnocchi directly into the skillet with the butter and sage leaves.
- Gently toss the gnocchi in the sage butter sauce until well coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the gnocchi and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and serve the pumpkin gnocchi hot, garnished with additional sage leaves if desired.
