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Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage

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Make a rich and comforting butternut squash pasta sauce using roasted squash and fresh sage. This recipe is simple enough for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 1 pound pasta (like penne or rigatoni)
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
  2. While the squash roasts, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before draining.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the onion until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the roasted squash to a blender or food processor. Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, vegetable broth, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, remaining salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  5. Pour the squash sauce back into the skillet. Heat gently over low heat. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  6. Add the drained pasta and the chopped fresh sage to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
  7. Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, roast the squash until it has more caramelization.
  • If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the garlic.
  • Use fresh sage; dried sage does not provide the same aromatic quality for this dish.

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