
1. Introduction:
Looking to impress your taste buds with a delicious and easy-to-make meal? This Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Broccoli Rabe and Garlic Sage Butter Sauce recipe is the perfect choice for a flavorful dinner that will leave you wanting more.
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– Cuisine: Italian
– Prep Time: 30 minutes
– Cook Time: 1 hour
– Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
– Servings: 4-6
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Why You’ll Love Making It
– **Simple Ingredients:** The recipe uses easy-to-find ingredients that come together to create a delicious dish.
– **Homemade Gnocchi:** Making your own gnocchi from scratch is easier than you think and tastes far better than store-bought.
– **Versatile:** You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or protein.
– **Impressive Presentation:** This dish looks gourmet but is actually quite simple to prepare.
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Ingredients
– **1 1-lb sweet potato**
– **1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese**
– **1/4 cup Parmesan cheese**
– **1 1/2 teaspoons salt**
– **1 1/4 cup flour (more for dusting)**
– **5 cups finely chopped broccoli rabe (stems, leaves, and florets)**
– **8 tablespoons butter**
– **1/3 cup heavy cream**
– **2 cloves garlic, minced**
– **5-6 sage leaves**
– **1 teaspoon sea salt**
– **1/4 cup Parmesan cheese**
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Instructions
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Prepare the Gnocchi:
Pierce the sweet potato with a fork, microwave until soft, scoop out the flesh, and mix with ricotta, Parmesan, salt, and flour. Form into gnocchi shapes and boil until they rise to the top of the water.
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Cook the Broccoli Rabe:
Blanch the broccoli rabe in boiling water for 1 minute, then transfer to ice water to cool.
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Make the Sauce:
In a skillet, melt butter until foamy, then add gnocchi to pan-fry until golden. Add broccoli rabe, garlic, sage, and salt. Finish by adding cream and Parmesan cheese.
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Recipe FAQs
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Can I freeze the gnocchi?
Yes, you can freeze the uncooked gnocchi for later use. Simply place them on a baking sheet in a single layer, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
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Can I substitute the broccoli rabe?
If you can’t find broccoli rabe, you can use spinach or kale as a substitute in this recipe. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.