Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this creamy pumpkin gnocchi. This dish combines soft, pillowy gnocchi with a rich pumpkin sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchi and cook according to package instructions until they float to the surface. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and dried sage, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet, tossing to coat them in the creamy pumpkin sauce. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream.
- Add cooked spinach or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- This dish pairs well with a crisp salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams