Butternut Squash Pastasotto
Butternut Squash Pastasotto is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy butternut squash with tender pasta for a dish that feels like a warm hug. This rich and velvety recipe is not only easy to make but also adapts beautifully to various dietary needs. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, each bite bursts with sweet, nutty flavors that will leave you craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 8 ounces short pasta (penne or farfalle)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by peeling and dicing the butternut squash, chopping the onion, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and diced butternut squash; cook until squash is tender (8-10 minutes).
- Add pasta and vegetable broth; simmer while stirring frequently (10-12 minutes) until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and chopped sage leaves until melted (about 2 minutes). Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added heartiness, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp. Substitute butternut squash with sweet potatoes or zucchini if desired. Ensure you adjust salt levels if using store-bought broth.