You’ve probably tried potato gnocchi, but did you know you can use pumpkin to make gnocchi? In this variation, pumpkin puree is incorporated into the gnocchi dough in place of potato, resulting in a distinctive pumpkin flavor and vibrant orange color. Pumpkin gnocchi is a perfect fall dish that showcases the earthy, sweet taste of pumpkin in a comforting form.
If you want to try pumpkin gnocchi, there are plenty of recipes online. Most start with homemade or canned pumpkin puree, which is combined with flour to make a dough. Salt and pepper are added — and occasionally cinnamon or other fragrant spices for an autumnal twist. You then roll the dough into ropes and cut it into
pieces, then roll each piece on the tines of a fork. Cook these in boiling water until they float to the surface. Once cooked, pumpkin gnocchi is delicious served with simple sage butter, but you can mix it with tomato sauces, cream sauces, or pesto. It’s a creative way to use pumpkin that’s a little different from your average recipe.
