Description
This Brown Butter Sage Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort meal that feels gourmet yet is incredibly easy to prepare. Enjoy tender gnocchi coated in rich brown butter and aromatic sage for a cozy dining experience.
Ingredients
- Potato gnocchi (store-bought or homemade)
- Unsalted butter (4 tablespoons)
- Fresh sage leaves (10-15 medium-sized leaves)
- Parmesan cheese (or Pecorino Romano, for grating)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Boil the Gnocchi: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Gently add your gnocchi and stir to prevent sticking. Cook until they float to the surface, about 2-3 minutes. Reserve about a cup of the starchy gnocchi cooking water before draining.
- Prepare Your Sage: While the gnocchi is cooking, prepare your sage leaves by leaving them whole or tearing larger ones into pieces.
- Brown the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Swirl occasionally until the milk solids turn golden and then amber, about 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Crisp the Sage: Once the butter is brown, add the fresh sage leaves. Cook for about 30 seconds to a minute until fragrant and slightly darkened.
- Combine Gnocchi and Sauce: Transfer the cooked gnocchi directly from the boiling water into the skillet with the brown butter and sage. Add a splash of the reserved gnocchi cooking water to emulsify the sauce.
- Toss and Finish: Gently toss the gnocchi with the brown butter, sage, and a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper until coated. Cook for another minute or two to allow the sauce to reduce.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the gnocchi to warm bowls and finish with a generous grating of fresh Parmesan cheese. Optionally add more black pepper or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: For best results, use fresh sage for flavor and texture. Reserve gnocchi cooking water to create a silky sauce. Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.