Description
Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of roasted squash with the comforting texture of pasta, perfect for cozy dinners and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 300 g pasta of your choice
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 10–15 fresh sage leaves
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Cut the butternut squash in half, scoop out the seeds, and peel the skin. Cut the squash into small cubes.
- Toss the butternut squash cubes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out in a single layer and roast for about 25-30 minutes.
- While the squash is roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the fresh sage leaves and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the roasted butternut squash to the skillet with the garlic and sage. Toss in the cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with extra sage leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegan option, replace Parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast.
- If gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth.
- 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: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta, Vegetarian Pasta, Comfort Food, Seasonal Produce