Description
Browned Butter & Sage Gnocchi with Crispy Pancetta is a delightful Italian-inspired dish that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. This recipe features tender gnocchi sautéed in nutty browned butter, fragrant sage, and topped with crispy pancetta for added texture. Perfect for cozy weeknights or festive gatherings, it combines rich flavors and simple ingredients to create a memorable meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound store-bought gnocchi
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 4 ounces crispy pancetta, diced
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Gnocchi: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook gnocchi according to package instructions until they float (about 2 minutes). Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Prepare the Crispy Pancetta: In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced pancetta until crispy (about 5 minutes). Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Brown the Butter: In the same skillet, reduce heat slightly and add unsalted butter. Swirl as it melts until golden brown and nutty.
- Add Sage: Toss in fresh sage leaves and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine Everything: Add drained gnocchi to the skillet, tossing well to coat in the sage-infused butter. Use reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
- Finish It Off: Stir in crispy pancetta and Parmesan cheese before serving, garnished with cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg