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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage-Brown Butter

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Dear Culinary Explorer,

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Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Sage-Brown Butter

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed

  • 1-1.5 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 8-10 fresh sage leaves

  • Grated Parmesan for serving

Method:

  1. Combine mashed sweet potatoes, flour, and salt to form a soft dough.

  2. Divide and roll into ropes, cutting bite-sized pieces to form gnocchi.

  3. Boil until they float, then drain.

  4. In a pan, melt butter, add sage leaves. Cook until butter is golden brown.

  5. Toss gnocchi in the butter and serve with grated Parmesan.

Sweet Potato Storage: Keep your sweet potatoes fresh! Store them in a cool, dark, well-ventilated area — not in the refrigerator. This maintains their flavor and texture.

Crisp White Wine or Sparkling Water with Lemon Zest

Complement your gnocchi with a chilled glass of white wine, preferably a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Its acidity balances the dish's sweetness. For a non-alcoholic treat, try sparkling water with a twist of lemon zest.

Caramelized Banana Tartlets

Ingredients:

  • Mini tart shells

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • Whipped cream (optional)

Method:

  1. In a pan, melt butter, add banana slices, and sprinkle brown sugar.

  2. Sauté until bananas are caramelized and golden.

  3. Spoon into tart shells and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

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