Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Spinach and Italian Sausage
Indulge in the comforting flavors of creamy pumpkin gnocchi, perfectly paired with fresh spinach and savory Italian sausage. This heartwarming dish combines tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich pumpkin sauce, creating a delightful experience that’s perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound store-bought gnocchi
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup vegetable broth
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and garlic, breaking the sausage into smaller pieces, and rinsing the spinach.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and sausage. Cook until browned.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth; mix well. Pour in heavy cream and gently simmer while stirring.
- Fold in spinach leaves until wilted.
- Add cooked gnocchi to the sauce, stirring gently to coat.
- Finish by sprinkling freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg