gnocchi with sage butter, crispy sage and parmesan
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Gnocchi with sage

For gnocchi with sage butter, the gnocchi are cooked briefly and then toss in brown butter with sage. Parmesan cheese and a spoonful of cooking water make the sauce shiny and combine with the gnocchi.

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Total time 25 min
Calories 560 kcal
Servings 4 servings
Difficulty Easy
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Why this recipe works

gnocchi with sage butter and parmesan cheese

This dish stands or falls with the butter. It should smell golden brown and nutty. Sage becomes crispy briefly, then the cooked gnocchi are added. Too long heat makes sage bitter and gnocchi dry.

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Recipe

Gnocchi with sage

Sage gnocchi need only a few ingredients: potato gnocchi, butter, fresh sage leaves, Parmesan cheese and a little cooking water. The butter may become nutty but not burn.

Ingredients

4 servings

Method

  1. 1

    Cook gnocchi

    Cook gnocchi according to the instructions in salt water until they rise to the surface.

  2. 2

    Brown butter

    Melt butter in a large frying pan and brown lightly until it smells nutty.

  3. 3

    Sage

    Place sage leaves in the butter and let them briefly crisp. Do not let the heat become too strong.

  4. 4

    Swing gnocchi

    Put the gnocchi in the pan and toss with a little cooking water until the butter covers it.

  5. 5

    Season to taste

    Add Parmesan cheese, pepper and lemon grating if desired. Serve immediately.

Kitchen know-how

Tips for Gnocchi with sage

Butter watching

Brown butter should smell nutty. If it gets too dark, it tastes bitter.

Sage fry briefly

Sage quickly becomes crispy, but burns just as quickly.

Reserve the cooking water

A small spoonful of cooking water combines butter and Parmesan better with the gnocchi.

Variations

How to adapt this recipe

Roasted walnuts go well with brown butter and give extra bite.

Fried pumpkin cubes make the dish more autumnal. Sage and Parmesan go well with it.

Nutrition per serving

560kcal
72.0 gCarbohydrates
14.0 gProtein
23.0 gFat

Values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.

Frequently asked questions

FAQ about Gnocchi with sage

Yes, fresh gnocchi from the refrigerated shelf work very well and make the recipe quick.

It is golden brown and has a nutty smell. If it becomes dark or smoky, it tastes bitter.

They were cooked too long or stirred too much, cook only briefly and toss gently.

A green salad, roasted nuts or roasted pumpkin go well with it.

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