Sweet Potato Gnocchi Sage Butter (Printable)

Tender gnocchi and fragrant sage butter combine for a warming Italian-inspired vegetarian main dish.

# What You Need:

→ Gnocchi Dough

01 - 1.1 lbs sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), roasted and mashed
02 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
03 - 1¼–1⅔ cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting
04 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional)

→ Sage Butter

07 - ⅓ cup unsalted butter
08 - 12 fresh sage leaves, whole or sliced
09 - ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Serving

11 - ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork, place on baking tray, and roast for 40–45 minutes until tender. Cool slightly, peel, and mash until smooth.
02 - Transfer mashed sweet potato into a large mixing bowl. Add egg, fine sea salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using); mix until blended.
03 - Gradually fold in all-purpose flour, stirring until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Use just enough flour to achieve a workable texture.
04 - Dust work surface with flour. Divide dough into four portions. Roll each into ropes approximately ¾ inch thick, then cut into ¾ inch pieces. Optionally, shape using a fork for classic ridges.
05 - Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a gentle boil. Working in batches, add gnocchi pieces; cook until they float (about 2–3 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon and drain thoroughly.
06 - Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sage leaves and cook, swirling gently, until butter turns golden and sage crisps, 2–3 minutes.
07 - Transfer drained gnocchi to skillet. Toss gently to coat evenly in sage butter. Season with flaky sea salt and additional black pepper as desired.
08 - Plate immediately and finish with a generous sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Uses sweet potato for natural sweetness and color
  • Butter and sage bring classic Italian aromas to your kitchen
  • Requires basic pantry ingredients like flour and eggs
  • Easily prepped ahead or frozen for quick weeknight dinners
  • Stunning presentation for gatherings or cozy meals
02 -
  • Very high in Vitamin A courtesy of sweet potatoes
  • Make ahead freeze gnocchi raw on a tray for speedy dinners
  • Vegetarian friendly but can be tweaked for non dairy too
03 -
  • Patience rewards you—do not rush roasting the potatoes
  • Use just enough flour to hold dough together for the lightest texture possible
  • Always taste the sage butter before tossing the gnocchi so you can adjust salt or add lemon zest for brightness
  • Rolling gnocchi over a fork not only helps sauce cling but brings a bit of artistry to the meal and gets everyone involved in the kitchen

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