Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce: A Creamy, Delicious Delight
This butternut squash pasta sauce is a creamy and delicious alternative to traditional pasta sauces, perfect for adding a touch of fall to your meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauces
- Method: roasting and blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spread cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add the roasted squash and vegetable broth; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Blend the mixture until smooth. Stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Return to heat and mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, cooking until heated through.
- Serve over your favorite pasta.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- This sauce pairs well with all types of pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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