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Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce That Wows Every Time

Indulge in creamy butternut squash pasta sauce, a quick and delicious vegan option that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Frozen Diced Butternut Squash Can substitute with fresh butternut squash.
  • 2 cups Fresh Chopped Tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Shallots or sweet onions are alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can be used as a substitution.
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Consider gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • 1/3 cup Reserved Pasta Water Crucial for blending sauce to creamy consistency.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the frozen diced butternut squash, fresh chopped tomatoes, and sliced onion evenly on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle the vegetable mix with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Toss gently.
  4. Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes until the squash is tender and caramelized.
  5. While the vegetables roast, boil water and cook your pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1/3 cup of pasta water.
  6. Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender, add reserved pasta water, and blend until smooth and creamy.
  7. Combine cooked pasta with the creamy butternut squash sauce in the same pot and mix well. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Roasting enhances flavor. Blend hot for smoother texture. Adjust seasonings to your taste.

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