Star-Spangled Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Brown Butter Sage Sauce

A classic American vegetarian dish originating from the heart of New England, where the sweetness of the sweet potatoes meets the earthiness of sage and the nuttiness of brown butter.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 fresh sage leaves
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork several times and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until tender.

2. 2

   Step 2: Scoop out the flesh and mash it in a bowl with a fork until smooth.

3. 3

   Step 3: Add flour, salt, and parmesan cheese to the bowl and mix until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Step 4: Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each one into a long rope.

5. 5

   Step 5: Cut the rope into 1-inch pieces to form the gnocchi.

6. 6

   Step 6: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.

7. 7

   Step 7: In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Add sage leaves and cook for 1 minute, until crispy.

8. 8

   Step 8: Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the sage and brown butter sauce.

9. 9

   Step 9: Toss the gnocchi with the sauce and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until coated.

10. 10

    Step 10: Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, to taste.

💡 Pro Tips

To prevent the gnocchi from becoming too sticky, dust them with flour as you cut them. To avoid overcooking the gnocchi, remove them from the boiling water the moment they float to the surface. To make the brown butter sauce, cook the butter in the skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.

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