Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Italian Sausage
Creamy pumpkin gnocchi with Italian sausage is the perfect fall dinner—savory, cheesy, and comforting. Easy for beginners and ready fast!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 16 oz mild Italian sausage ground
- 1 large shallot sliced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt plus more to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper plus more to taste
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ▢ ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 fresh sage leaves minced, plus more for garnish
- 3 cups kale or spinach chopped
- 16 oz fresh gnocchi uncooked
- Fresh thyme optional, for garnish
- Extra Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles.
- Stir in sliced shallots and garlic. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, pumpkin puree, Italian seasoning, nutmeg, salt, pepper, cream, Parmesan, and sage. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat.
- Add chopped kale and uncooked gnocchi. Cover and cook for 3–5 minutes until gnocchi is tender.
- Uncover, stir, and simmer 1–2 more minutes if needed for desired thickness.
- Serve warm, garnished with more Parmesan, sage, and fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor in your creamy pumpkin gnocchi with Italian sausage, sauté sausage until slightly crisp. Swap kale with spinach for a softer green.
Nutrition
Calories: ~540 per serving (estimate), Protein: 22g, Fat: 34g, Carbs: 42g
Calories: ~540 per serving (estimate), Protein: 22g, Fat: 34g, Carbs: 42g