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Butternut Squash and Roasted Garlic Pasta

A delightful dish combining the creamy sweetness of roasted butternut squash and aromatic garlic, perfect for cozy dinners or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 box box pasta of choice (I used Paccheri) The pasta serves as a hearty base.
Vegetables
  • 3 cups butternut squash, cubed Adds a velvety texture.
  • 2 bulbs garlic Infuses deep flavor when roasted.
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced Provides a delightful contrast.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp olive oil Adds richness.
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated Adds salty, nutty depth.
  • 1/3 cup cooking cream Introduces luxurious creaminess.
  • 1 cup water Essential for cooking the pasta.
  • to taste Salt & pepper Enhances natural flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the tops off the garlic bulbs, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and wrap them in tin foil.
Roasting
  1. Place the wrapped garlic on the baking sheet along with the cubed butternut squash and sliced mushrooms.
  2. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then toss to combine.
  3. Roast everything for about 35-40 minutes until golden and tender, checking halfway through.
Cooking
  1. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
Blending Sauce
  1. Carefully squeeze the roasted garlic out of its skins into a blender, add the butternut squash, half of the mushrooms, cooking cream, and some reserved pasta water.
  2. Season with salt and pepper, then blend until smooth and creamy.
Combining
  1. Return the drained pasta to its pot and pour the smooth sauce over the pasta, mixing thoroughly.
  2. Add more reserved pasta water if needed to achieve desired consistency and fold in freshly grated parmesan cheese until melted.
Serving
  1. Plate the pasta, topping each serving with the remaining crispy mushrooms and finishing with a sprinkle of black pepper and additional parmesan cheese.
  2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For added vegetables, consider incorporating spinach or kale. Fresh herbs can enhance the aroma and flavor as well.