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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta is a comforting vegetarian dish with unique flavors and quick prep, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Short Pasta (e.g., Gemelli, Casarecce, Penne)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt for boiling water
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash peeled and cubed
  • 4 cloves Garlic peeled
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken or Vegetable Stock adjust for consistency
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan plus extra for serving
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for roasting and sautéing
  • 10 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves or thyme as a substitute
  • 0.5 cups Walnuts or pine nuts, optional
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • blender or food processor
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed butternut squash and garlic with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Roast for 30-35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, fry fresh sage for 1 minute, then add walnuts and fry until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Blend the roasted squash and garlic with stock until smooth. Adjust consistency with more stock if necessary.
  4. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. Mix the pasta with the blended sauce over low heat, using reserved pasta water for creaminess, and stir in Parmesan cheese.
  6. Serve the pasta garnished with crispy sage-walnut mixture and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh butternut squash for the best flavor and creaminess. Adjust the sauce consistency with stock as needed.

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