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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta

Indulgent Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta is a cozy, comforting dish blending natural sweetness and rich flavor, perfect for any dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth or chicken broth
  • 1 cup Cream or coconut milk for vegan
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta spaghetti, fettuccine, or gluten-free
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, sage

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • Blender
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast for about 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. While roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving a cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Transfer roasted squash to a blender with sautéed garlic and onions, vegetable broth, and cream, and blend until smooth.
  5. Return the sauce to the skillet, warm through, and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Add reserved pasta water if needed to thin the sauce.
  6. Combine drained pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat and letting it absorb flavors for about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Serve topped with additional Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and nuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after reheating, garnishing with fresh herbs and Parmesan to enhance the flavors.

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