Creamy Butternut Squash and Savory Sausage

Ingredients

12 oz Italian sausage (casings removed, 3 links)

1 tablespoon olive oil

10 oz potato gnocchi (uncooked)

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chicken broth

1 cup butternut squash puree

3 cloves garlic (minced)

2 tablespoons fresh sage (chopped)

2 tablespoons fresh thyme

Salt and coarsely ground black pepper

Directions

Remove the sausage from its casings and slice it into rounds.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for about 4 minutes on one side until browned. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

In the same skillet, add the uncooked gnocchi, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Stir everything well and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook the gnocchi for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

To the skillet, add the butternut squash puree and minced garlic. Stir well, bring the sauce back to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. If you prefer a thicker sauce, cook a little longer until it reaches the desired consistency.

Stir in half of the fresh sage and thyme, and season with salt and coarsely ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning, keeping in mind that the sausage may already be salty.
When serving, top with the remaining sage and thyme for a fresh, fragrant finish.

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