Creamy Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Pasta
Creamy Roasted Garlic Butternut Squash Pasta is a heartwarming dish that perfectly combines autumn flavors into a luscious, velvety sauce. With every bite, you’ll experience the sweet aroma of roasted garlic and the comforting texture of butternut squash enveloping your favorite pasta. Ideal for cozy dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a showstopper that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds)
- 8 cloves fresh garlic
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup coconut milk (for dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (sage or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve butternut squash, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Wrap garlic cloves in foil with olive oil. Roast both for about 30-35 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water before draining.
- In a blender, combine roasted squash, garlic, cream (or alternative), Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and herbs. Blend until smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed for consistency.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, mix cooked pasta with the creamy sauce until well-coated (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve warm with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider tossing in sautéed spinach or kale. - Adjust the creaminess by adding more reserved pasta water or cream based on preference. - Substitute butternut squash with pumpkin or sweet potatoes if desired.