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butternut squash pasta

Butternut Squash Pasta: 7 Irresistibly Creamy Secrets


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and creamy butternut squash pasta dish that is easy to prepare.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz pasta
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
  4. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  5. In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  6. Add roasted squash, vegetable broth, and cream to the skillet. Blend until smooth.
  7. Combine the sauce with cooked pasta.
  8. Stir in Parmesan cheese and mix well.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any pasta of your choice.
  • Adjust seasoning based on preference.
  • This dish can be made vegan by using coconut cream and nutritional yeast.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 53g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: butternut squash, pasta, creamy sauce, vegetarian pasta