Description
Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta is a delightful autumn dish that combines the comforting flavors of nutty butternut squash with creamy sauce and aromatic herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe offers a satisfying meal that’s both easy to make and visually stunning. Each bite delivers a rich, velvety texture that will have you craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 6 fresh sage leaves
- 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. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic and sage leaves in olive oil until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Add the roasted butternut squash to the skillet and stir for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and add grated Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg