Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi - Cooking Like Kate

Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi on a blue plate topped with shaved cheese and fresh sage

Equipment

Ingredients

1 lb premade gnocchi
2 chicken sausages sliced
1 cup real pumpkin puree
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup goat cheese softened
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 small onion finely diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp fresh sage chopped
1/2 tsp fresh thyme chopped
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
salt and pepper to taste
fresh sage leaves (fried, for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the premade gnocchi according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
1 lb premade gnocchi
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
1 tbsp olive oil, 2 chicken sausages
In the same pan, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, fresh sage, and thyme, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp fresh sage, 1/2 tsp fresh thyme
Add the pumpkin puree, smoked paprika, heavy cream, and chicken broth to the pan with the onions and herbs. Stir well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
1 cup real pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 cup chicken broth, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, salt and pepper to taste
Stir in the crumbled feta and goat cheese, allowing them to melt into the sauce, creating a creamy texture.
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup goat cheese
Return the cooked gnocchi and chicken sausage to the pan, tossing them gently to coat with the creamy pumpkin sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm everything through.
Garnish with fried sage leaves for extra fall flavor, and serve immediately.

Video

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Notes

For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free gnocchi, available at many grocery stores.
Feel free to swap the chicken sausage for turkey or a plant-based alternative.
This dish can be made ahead of time; simply reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or cream.
If you like a thicker sauce, simmer longer or add more cheese for added creaminess.
Garnish with extra crumbled feta or fried sage leaves for enhanced flavor and presentation.

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