Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce
Discover the warmth of butternut squash pasta sauce, a creamy and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. This velvety sauce, infused with roasted butternut squash and aromatic spices, is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that invites you to savor every bite. Enjoy it over your favorite pasta for an easy yet impressive dinner that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups mashed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 8 oz pasta of choice (e.g., penne or fusilli)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the butternut squash, scoop out seeds, brush with olive oil, and season with salt. Place cut-side down on a baking sheet.
- Roast squash for 30-35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and chopped onion until translucent.
- Add vegetable broth and nutmeg to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Scoop roasted squash into the skillet mixture and blend until smooth using an immersion blender.
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and mix into the sauce until coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg