Pumpkin Spice Gnocchi w/ Garlic Sage Butter

In a large bowl, combine mashed potato, pumpkin, flour, pumpkin spice and salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then pour out onto a surface and knead the dough together until smooth. Add more flour if the dough becomes sticky. Form into a circle then cut out a small slice and roll into a log. Cut the log into 1/2 inch gnocchi pieces. Optionally roll each piece along the back of a fork to create ridges.

Bring a pot of water to a boil, reduce the heat to medium, generously salt the water and carefully add in about half the gnocchi. To prevent splashing you can place gnocchi on a slotted spoon and lower it into the water. Gently stir the gnocchi and boil until it floats to the surface, about 2 minutes. Remove the gnocchi using a slotted spoon and place in a large bowl for later.

In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil, then add crushed garlic cloves and sage. Fry until lightly golden brown, constantly stirring and being careful not to burn them. This should take around 3-5 minutes. Add cooked gnocchi and toss in the garlic sage butter. Add a pinch of salt to taste and fry for about 10 minutes, stirring every now and then for even browning. To serve, top with extra crispy sage leaves.