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One Pot Autumn Gnocchi

One Pot Autumn Gnocchi: Cozy Comfort for Chilly Nights

One Pot Autumn Gnocchi is a delightful dish featuring savory sausage and butternut squash, perfect for cozy autumn nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 lb potato gnocchi Choose shelf-stable gnocchi for optimal texture.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness while sautéing.
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Italian sausage Use plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option.
  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced About 1 cup.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 ounces butternut squash Fresh or frozen, about 3 cups.
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 15 ounces.
  • 1 cup butternut squash puree Substitute with pumpkin or sweet potato puree.
  • 1 cup kale or spinach, diced Fresh or frozen.
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup skim milk Almond milk can work as a non-dairy twist.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, minced
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Melts beautifully.
  • ¾ cup parmesan cheese, shredded Enhances overall taste.
  • coarse salt To taste.
  • fresh ground pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of diced yellow onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add 10 ounces of butternut squash and 1 cup of kale. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the squash softens.
  5. Pour in 1 can of crushed tomatoes, 1 cup of butternut squash puree, 2 cups of chicken broth, and 1 cup of skim milk. Add 1 tablespoon of minced sage, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 pound of potato gnocchi and simmer for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and mix in ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella and ¼ cup of shredded parmesan until melted.
  8. Sprinkle another ¾ cup of mozzarella and ¼ cup of parmesan on top and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbling.
  9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Can use plant-based sausage for vegetarian option. Cheese choices can vary based on preference.

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