Butternut Squash Pasta: Easy and Creamy Comfort in Every Bite
This Butternut Squash Pasta is an easy, creamy dish that provides comfort in every bite.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut the butternut squash in half and remove the seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- While the squash is roasting, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add the roasted squash to the pan, along with vegetable broth. Blend until smooth.
- Stir in heavy cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Toss the pasta with the sauce, adding Parmesan cheese, and combine well.
- Serve hot with extra cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Butternut Squash Pasta