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Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta

Creamy Butternut Squash & Sage Pasta That Warms the Soul

A comforting dish combining butternut squash and sage for a delicious autumn experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Dry Pasta (penne or rigatoni) Substitute with gluten-free pasta or spiralized vegetables if needed.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Can substitute with sweet potato or pumpkin.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Essential for roasting.
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter Replace with olive-oil-based butter for a vegan option.
  • 8 leaves Fresh Sage Leaves Fresh yields the best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder if needed.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Using fresh is vital to the dish.
  • to taste Kosher Salt & Black Pepper Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can be omitted or swapped with nutritional yeast for vegan.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pine Nuts Can substitute with chopped walnuts or omit if nut-free.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • skillet
  • baking sheet
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the butternut squash into uniform cubes, toss them with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until well coated, and spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and tender.
  2. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dry pasta and cook according to package instructions (9-11 minutes) until al dente, reserving 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and fresh sage, sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant. Add a splash of dry white wine, then mix in the roasted butternut squash and drained pasta.
  4. Stir in fresh lemon zest and grated Parmesan, gradually adding reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency. Adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if needed.
  5. Fold in the toasted pine nuts and optionally drizzle with truffle oil before serving. Plate the pasta and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure squash is cut into uniform pieces and add reserved pasta water gradually for sauce consistency.

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