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Rustic Italian Gnocchi with Butternut Squash and Sage Butter

Name: Rustic Italian Gnocchi with Butternut Squash and Sage Butter
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 lbs russet potatoes, whole and unpeeled; 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 tsp salt; 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 12 fresh sage leaves; 1 clove garlic, minced; Salt, to taste; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated; Pinch of nutmeg

Delight in this exquisite Italian main course featuring pillowy soft gnocchi paired with sweet roasted butternut squash and the nutty aroma of sage-infused butter.

4.9(87 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·February 2, 2026

Rustic Italian Gnocchi with Butternut Squash and Sage Butter — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Gnocchi

For the Roasted Butternut Squash

For the Sage Butter Sauce

Optional Additions

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 626 kcal
Protein: 12.8 g
Carbs: 71.85 g
Fat: 33.45 g
Fiber: 5.48 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2505 kcal
Protein: 51.2 g
Carbs: 287.4 g
Fat: 133.8 g
Fiber: 21.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 lbs russet potatoes whole and unpeeled	730	19	167	0.4	12
1 cup all-purpose flour plus extra for dusting	455	13	95	1.2	3.4
1 large egg beaten	72	6	0.6	5	0
1 tsp salt	0	0	0	0	0
2 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed	82	2	22	0.2	6
2 tbsp olive oil	240	0	0	28	0
Salt and black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 cup unsalted butter	810	0.9	0.1	92	0
12 fresh sage leaves	3	0.1	0.7	0.2	0.4
1 clove garlic minced	5	0.2	1	0	0.1
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated	108	10	1	7	0
Pinch of nutmeg	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Roasted Butternut Squash

1
Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Toss squash
Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3
Roast squash
Spread the squash on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and caramelized.

Preparing the Gnocchi Dough

1
Boil potatoes
Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 30–35 minutes.
2
Mash potatoes
Drain and peel the potatoes while still warm, then pass them through a ricer into a bowl.
3
Form dough
Mix in the flour, salt, and beaten egg until a soft dough forms. Do not overwork.
Tip: Be careful not to over-mix the gnocchi dough to avoid a dense texture. Flour your hands and work surface to prevent sticking when forming gnocchi.

How to Make Rustic Italian Gnocchi with Butternut Squash and Sage Butter

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Shaping the Gnocchi
Roll the dough into long logs and cut into 1-inch pieces. Press lightly with a fork for ridges.
2
Boiling the Gnocchi
Cook in salted boiling water until they float, about 3–4 minutes.
3
Making Sage Butter Sauce
In a pan, melt butter over low heat, add sage leaves and garlic, cook until fragrant.