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Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce combines wholesome ingredients into a rich, velvety masterpiece, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Frozen Diced Butternut Squash Fresh butternut squash can be used for more flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Chopped Tomatoes Canned tomatoes can be used if necessary.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used in slightly increased amounts.
For Cooking
  • 8 ounces Pasta Choose your favorite type.
  • 1/3 cup Reserved Pasta Water Can substitute with vegetable broth.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the frozen diced butternut squash, fresh chopped tomatoes, and yellow onion on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Toss to combine.
  4. Roast for about 20 minutes until the squash is tender and vegetables are golden.
  5. Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water.
  6. Blend roasted vegetables with the reserved pasta water until smooth and creamy.
  7. Combine the sauce with the drained pasta and warm together before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover sauce in an airtight container for up to 7 days in the fridge, or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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