Pumpkin Gnocchi with Caramelized Onion Cream Sauce - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons salted butter, divided
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the water
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) water, plus more as needed
• 24 oz (680 g) pumpkin gnocchi
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, plus more for serving
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
• 1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• Black pepper, to taste