Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter
Pillowy potato gnocchi baked in a brown butter and fresh sage sauce, topped with Parmesan for a fragrant and comforting Italian dish. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 30 minutes pairs store-bought potato gnocchi, unsalted butter, leaves fresh sage leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought potato gnocchi
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 12 leaves fresh sage leaves
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1/2 cup, freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb store-bought potato gnocchi with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Spread gnocchi in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until edges begin to crisp.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, melt 6 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 12 fresh sage leaves and 1 minced garlic clove; cook for 3-4 minutes until butter is golden brown and fragrant, and sage leaves are crisp.
- Step 4: Remove sage leaves and garlic from butter and set aside; season browned butter with 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Remove gnocchi from oven, drizzle browned butter over gnocchi, and toss gently to coat. Return to oven for 5 more minutes.
- Step 6: Transfer gnocchi to a serving dish, sprinkle with 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and reserved crisp sage leaves before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (5 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep store-bought potato gnocchi from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Italian Oven-Baked Gnocchi with Sage Butter?
Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
