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Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi with Crispy Sage: Easy Fall Dinner

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This creamy pumpkin gnocchi with crispy sage is a quick, comforting fall dinner that comes together in about 20 minutes. Pillowy gnocchi are tossed in a velvety pumpkin sauce with crispy sage leaves for a dish that’s both simple and impressive.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) gnocchi (store-bought, shelf-stable, refrigerated, or frozen)
  • 1 cup (240g) pumpkin puree (100% pure, not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter
  • 12–15 fresh sage leaves
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (about 1 tablespoon salt).
  2. Prepare the sage and garlic: stack sage leaves and slice into thin ribbons (chiffonade) or leave whole. Mince the garlic.
  3. Grate the Parmesan cheese finely.
  4. Cook the gnocchi: drop into boiling water. They will sink then float when done (2-3 minutes for shelf-stable). Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a plate or bowl. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
  5. Start the sauce: melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once foaming, add sage leaves and cook 1-2 minutes until crispy and darkened.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Stir in pumpkin puree and cook 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until heated through and slightly darkened.
  8. Pour in heavy cream and stir until smooth. Add grated Parmesan and stir until melted. If too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
  9. Season with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg (if using). Taste and adjust.
  10. Gently fold cooked gnocchi into the sauce. Let simmer together for about 1 minute.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh sage leaves if desired.

Notes

Don’t rinse the gnocchi after cooking; the starch helps the sauce cling. If using frozen gnocchi, drop directly into boiling water without thawing. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For best results, use freshly grated Parmesan.

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Keywords: pumpkin gnocchi, creamy gnocchi, crispy sage, fall dinner, easy pasta, quick dinner, vegetarian

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