Pan-Seared Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Caramelized Onions and Wild Mushrooms

This innovative American dish brings together the classic comfort of sweet potato gnocchi, the sweetness of caramelized onions, and the earthiness of wild mushrooms in a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 medium Russet sweet potatoes
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup caramelized onions
• 1 1/2 cups wild mushrooms
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Step 2: Boil the Russet sweet potatoes until tender, then mash with a fork and let cool.

3. 3

   Step 3: Mix the mashed sweet potatoes with the all-purpose flour, parmesan cheese, and egg to create the gnocchi dough.

4. 4

   Step 4: Knead the gnocchi dough for about 5 minutes until smooth, then divide into 4 equal parts.

5. 5

   Step 5: Roll out each part of the gnocchi dough into a long rope, then cut into 1-inch pieces.

6. 6

   Step 6: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the gnocchi for 3-5 minutes, or until they float to the surface.

7. 7

   Step 7: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the wild mushrooms for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.

8. 8

   Step 8: Add the caramelized onions to the skillet with the wild mushrooms and stir to combine.

9. 9

   Step 9: Add the cooked gnocchi to the skillet with the mushroom and onion mixture and stir to combine.

10. 10

    Step 10: Season the gnocchi with salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme, then drizzle with unsalted butter and serve.

💡 Pro Tips

To achieve perfectly cooked gnocchi, be sure to not overwork the dough. Store leftover gnocchi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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