Squash Gnocchi

This vegan squash gnocchi is a delightful twist on the classic Italian dish. The combination of mashed squash, potato, and aromatic seasonings creates a comforting and flavorful meal thats perfect for Veganuary or any time youre craving a hearty plant-based dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mashed squash butternut or kabocha
• 2 cups potato, boiled and mashed
• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup vegan butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh sage leaves for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Mash the squash and potatoes together with the flour, salt, and nutmeg in a large bowl

Mix until you get a dough

Roll the dough into long ropes about an inch wide on a floured surface

Separate the ropes into small pieces

Then, use the tines of a fork to make ridges on each piece

As the water boils, add salt to a large pot

Add the gnocchi one at a time and cook for about two to three minutes, or until they float to the top

Fork-out the food and set it aside

Melt the vegan butter over medium-low heat in a pan

For about one minute, until the garlic smells good, add the minced garlic

When you add the cooked gnocchi to the pan, toss it around to cover it with the garlic butter sauce

Add pepper and salt to taste

Add fresh sage leaves on top and serve hot

Have fun with your tasty vegan squash gnocchi