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Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi Recipe

Easy Pumpkin Gnocchi Recipe
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This easy pumpkin gnocchi recipe combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with starchy potatoes to create light, pillowy pasta bites. Tossed in a fragrant sage-infused vegan butter sauce, these gnocchi are perfect for a comforting, homemade fall meal that is both vegan and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

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Gnocchi Dough

  • 2 ⅔ cups pumpkin, peeled and cubed
  • ⅔ cups starchy potato, peeled and cubed
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour (adjust as needed)

Sage Butter Sauce

  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 2 tsp fresh sage leaves, densely packed

Instructions

  1. Boil: Dice your peeled pumpkin and potato into cubes and boil them in a saucepan of water for 10-15 minutes, or until fork tender.
  2. Mash: Drain the pumpkin and potato thoroughly, then mash them until completely smooth and lump-free.
  3. Mix: Gently mix the salt into the mash. Gradually add the flour, kneading gently just until a soft dough forms. Depending on moisture content, you might need more or less flour. Test by cooking a small piece to check dough consistency.
  4. Shape: Prepare a well-floured surface. Divide the dough into quarters and roll each into logs about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick. Cut into small pillow-shaped pieces.
  5. Form Ridges (Optional): To give gnocchi their signature ridges, lightly roll each piece over the back of a fork or use a gnocchi board.
  6. Cook: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi in batches and cook until they float to the surface, which usually takes 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  7. Sage Butter: In a small saucepan, melt vegan butter over medium heat. Add the sage leaves and cook for 3-5 minutes until the butter is infused and the sage is crisp.
  8. Serve: Divide cooked gnocchi onto plates and drizzle generously with the sage butter and crispy sage leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like Russets for the best texture.
  • Adjust the flour amount based on dough moisture to avoid tough gnocchi.
  • Test cooking a few pieces of dough helps to get the consistency right before shaping all gnocchi.
  • This recipe is vegan and can be made gluten-free with gluten-free flour substitutions.
  • Fresh sage leaves make for a more vibrant flavor compared to dried ones.

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Keywords: pumpkin gnocchi, vegan gnocchi, homemade gnocchi, fall recipes, easy pasta, sage butter sauce

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