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Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta

Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta for Ultimate Comfort

This Savory Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta offers a deliciously comforting taste of fall in every bite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose fettuccine, penne or gluten-free.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Diced, firm.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For roasting.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh or Dried Sage Use fresh for brightness.
  • 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper To taste.
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Or chicken broth for non-vegetarian.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream or Coconut Milk For dairy-free option use coconut milk.
For Serving
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Optional for vegan version.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Walnuts Can substitute with pumpkin seeds.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Sage Leaves For garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Spread diced butternut squash on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  3. While the squash roasts, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet, add onion and sauté for about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, sage, and red pepper flakes, cooking until garlic is golden.
  5. Add roasted squash to the skillet, pour in vegetable broth, mash some squash, and stir in cream or coconut milk.
  6. Toss cooked pasta with the sauce, using reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency, and adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Serve in bowls, garnishing with toasted walnuts, grated Parmesan, and fresh sage leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Enjoy the warm flavors of fall with this comforting dish. Great for gatherings or cozy dinners.

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