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Brown Butter & Sage Gnocchi
This Brown Butter & Sage Gnocchi is a fall-inspired comfort dish that’s rich, fragrant, and incredibly easy to make. Soft, pillowy gnocchi are pan-seared in a golden brown butter sauce infused with earthy fresh sage. Finished with grated Parmesan and a hint of pasta water, it comes together into a creamy, nutty, and aromatic masterpiece. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make on repeat during the cooler months—simple, cozy, and packed with flavor.

Brown Butter & Sage Gnocchi
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Instructions
- Step 1
Cook gnocchi according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- Step 2
In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat until it begins to brown and smell nutty.
- Step 3
Halfway through the browning process, add the sliced sage leaves and let them crisp up in the butter.
- Step 4
Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat in the brown butter and sage. Cook until the gnocchi start to brown slightly.
- Step 5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add grated Parmesan and a splash of pasta water to help create a creamy sauce.
- Step 6
Toss everything until creamy and well coated. Serve hot, topped with extra cheese and sage if desired.
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