Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Spinach and Italian Sausage
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Spinach and Italian Sausage. This dish features tender gnocchi enveloped in a rich pumpkin cream sauce, complemented by savory Italian sausage and vibrant spinach. Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, each bite is a warm embrace, making it an irresistible choice for pasta lovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound store-bought gnocchi
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pure)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic. Wash and dry the spinach if using fresh.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream. Simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add spinach to the mixture and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions in boiling salted water, then drain and add to the sauce. Toss gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg