Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta
Warm up this autumn with our Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta, a comforting dish that celebrates the rich flavors of roasted butternut squash and aromatic sage. This delightful recipe features perfectly cooked fettuccine or penne tossed in a creamy sauce made from sautéed onions, garlic, and vegetable broth. Not only is it a nourishing meal packed with vitamins and nutrients, but it also embodies the essence of cozy dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and dried sage; cook for an additional minute.
- Add roasted butternut squash and vegetable broth to the skillet; blend everything until smooth.
- Return the sauce to the skillet over low heat, add cooked pasta, and mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg