Pillowy Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sage
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pillowy Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sage. This delightful dish features soft, homemade gnocchi enveloped in a rich, nutty brown butter sauce, enhanced by fragrant sage leaves. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s bound to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups starchy potatoes (about 500g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g), plus more for dusting
- 1 large egg
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (56g)
- 1 tsp salt
- Freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil whole potatoes for 30-40 minutes until fork-tender. Peel while hot and mash until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with flour, egg, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into half-inch thick ropes and cut into bite-sized pieces; use a fork to create ridges.
- Cook gnocchi in boiling salted water until they float (about 2-3 minutes).
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat until golden brown; add sage leaves until crispy.
- Toss cooked gnocchi in the skillet with the brown butter sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a nuttier flavor, substitute some flour with whole wheat flour. Incorporate grated cheese into the dough for added richness. Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.