🍠 Creamy Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage Brown Butter
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📝 Ingredients:
For the Gnocchi:
- 1 cup mashed sweet potato (roasted or steamed, cooled)
- ¾–1 cup all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 egg yolk
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
For the Sage Brown Butter Sauce:
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6–8 fresh sage leaves
- 2 cloves garlic (smashed)
- Salt to taste
- Grated Parmesan (for topping)
🔥 Instructions:
🍠 Step 1: Make the Gnocchi Dough
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed sweet potato, egg yolk, salt, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Transfer to a floured surface, knead lightly, and divide into 4 portions.
- Roll each portion into a rope and cut into bite-sized pieces (~¾-inch).
💦 Step 2: Boil the Gnocchi
- Bring salted water to a boil.
- Cook gnocchi in batches — when they float to the top, they’re done (about 2–3 minutes).
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel.
🧈 Step 3: Make the Sage Brown Butter
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter.
- Add sage leaves and smashed garlic.
- Cook until butter is golden brown and aromatic, about 3–4 minutes. Remove garlic.
🍳 Step 4: Sauté the Gnocchi
- Add cooked gnocchi to the sage butter skillet.
- Sear until slightly crispy on the outside, about 2–3 minutes.
- Toss gently to coat with the sauce.
🧀 Step 5: Serve
- Plate the gnocchi, spoon over brown butter and sage.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and extra cracked black pepper.
- Serve immediately while hot and crisp!