Lamb, Mushroom, & Thyme Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Lamb, Mushroom, & Thyme Sweet Potato Gnocchi is a hearty and savory dish that offers a taste experience reminiscent of rustic, country-style cooking but with a gourmet touch.

Unlike traditional potato gnocchi, sweet potato gnocchi have a subtle sweetness and a more vibrant orange hue. Their slightly denser texture and natural sweetness serve as the perfect counterbalance to the savory elements of the dish. These little dough dumplings, when cooked right, are soft with a slight chew, offering a delightful mouthfeel.

Homemade sweet potato gnocchi is even better!

Ground or finely chopped lamb provides a robust, earthy flavor with a hint of gamey richness. It’s a meat that pairs exceptionally well with herbs like thyme and rosemary and offers a depth of flavor that few other meats can rival. Its richness works as a contrast to the sweetness of the gnocchi.

Mushrooms, especially when sautéed to a golden brown, add an umami, meaty quality to the dish. Their earthy flavor complements both the lamb and the thyme, and their slightly chewy texture is a wonderful juxtaposition to the soft gnocchi.

Thyme, with its lemony, slightly minty aroma, is the aromatic herb that ties all these flavors together. It enhances the gamey notes of the lamb, elevates the earthiness of the mushrooms, and harmonizes beautifully with the sweet potato.

A simple sauce made of extra virgin olive oil and butter creates a silky, glossy coat for the gnocchi and other ingredients. The butter adds a touch of creamy richness, while the olive oil provides a fruity undertone. This simple yet effective sauce ensures that the main ingredients remain the stars of the dish.

With each bite of Lamb, Mushroom, & Thyme Sweet Potato Gnocchi, you’ll experience the earthy depth of the lamb and mushrooms, the fragrant aroma of thyme, and the gentle sweetness of the sweet potato. It’s a dish that’s comforting yet sophisticated, making it suitable for both a casual family dinner or a special occasion.

Lamb, Mushroom, & Thyme Sweet Potato Gnocchi

5 from 1 vote

Course: MainsCuisine: Italian, MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Lamb, Mushroom, & Thyme Sweet Potato Gnocchi is a hearty and savory dish that offers a taste experience reminiscent of rustic, country-style cooking but with a gourmet touch.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces 16 sweet potato gnocchi

• 1 pound 1 lamb sausage

• 1 cup 1 portobello mushrooms, sliced

• 3 tablespoons 3 extra virgin olive oil

• 4 tablespoons 4 butter

• 3 cloves 3 garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon 1 fresh thyme leaves

• 1/2 cup 1/2 parmesan cheese, grated

• salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Equipment

• Cast iron skilletBuy here
• Chef’s knifeBuy here
• Cooking spoonBuy here

Directions

• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Remove the lamb sausage from its casing and crumble it into the skillet. Cook until browned.
• Add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the mushrooms and sauté until they’re soft and have released their moisture.
• Add the minced garlic and thyme. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
• Add the cooked sweet potato gnocchi to the skillet. Toss everything together until the gnocchi is well-coated and heated through. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
• Transfer to serving plates. Garnish with additional thyme and grated parmesan cheese.