Butternut Squash Gnocchi with Garlic-Sage Butter over Wilted Spinach

Ingredients and Weight:

• Butternut squash (1 medium), peeled and cubed (500g)
• All-purpose flour (2 cups)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Eggs (2)
• Grated Parmesan cheese (1 cup)
• Garlic (4 cloves)
• Fresh sage leaves (1/2 cup)
• Unsalted butter (1/2 cup)
• Baby spinach (1 large bag, washed and stems removed)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)

Preparation Time:

• 45 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss butternut squash cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Remove squash from the oven and let cool slightly. Mash the squash until smooth using a potato masher or fork.
4. In a large bowl, combine mashed squash, flour, salt, pepper, eggs, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until a dough forms.
5. Divide dough into small portions and roll into 1-inch long gnocchi.
6. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add gnocchi and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the top. Remove gnocchi with a slotted spoon and set aside.
7. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sage leaves and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8. Add gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the garlic-sage butter.
9. While gnocchi is cooking, heat olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
10. To serve, place a bed of wilted spinach on a plate. Top with gnocchi and garlic-sage butter sauce.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving, approximately 1 cup)

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 60g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful butternut squash gnocchi
• Rich and aromatic garlic-sage butter sauce
• Fresh and vibrant wilted spinach
• Warm and comforting dish suitable for a special occasion or dinner party

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious! The gnocchi is soft and pillowy, and the garlic-sage butter sauce is perfect." - Sarah
• "I've never been a fan of gnocchi, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful." - John
• "The wilted spinach adds a nice freshness and brightness to the dish." - Emily

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overmix the gnocchi dough, as this will make it tough.
• If you don't have fresh sage, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried sage.
• Serve immediately for best flavor.