Description
Savor the exquisite flavors of Butternut Squash Pasta with Sage, a delightful dish that combines sweet, caramelized butternut squash with silky pasta in a rich brown butter sauce. The aromatic sage and crunchy walnuts elevate the flavors, making it perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to elegant gatherings. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is quick and easy, ready in just 30 minutes, ensuring you can enjoy a gourmet meal without the fuss. The vibrant colors and textures not only please the palate but also make for an impressive presentation that will wow your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces Dry Pasta (Bucatini, Spaghetti or Linguine)
- ½ Cup Unsalted Butter (divided)
- 1 large Butternut Squash
- ½ tsp Ground Ginger
- ½ tsp Nutmeg
- ½ tsp Cumin
- Pinch of Cayenne
- 2 cloves Garlic (smashed)
- 8–12 Fresh Sage Leaves
- 1 Cup Whole-Milk Ricotta (optional)
- ½ Cup Toasted Walnuts (coarsely chopped)
- Kosher Salt & Pepper (to taste)
- ½ Cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salty boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté diced butternut squash with spices until tender and caramelized.
- In the same skillet, prepare brown butter sauce by melting remaining butter with garlic until browned; add sage leaves to crisp.
- Combine cooked pasta with brown butter sauce, stirring in reserved pasta water and parmesan cheese; gently fold in butternut squash.
- Serve hot, garnished with crispy sage leaves, walnuts, and optional ricotta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 554
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 66mg