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Butternut Squash Pasta Carbonara

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Carbonara for Cozy Nights

A delightful creamy butternut squash pasta carbonara that embodies comfort with rich flavors and hearty ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Linguine or gluten-free pasta
For the Sauce
  • 6 oz Bacon or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Yellow onion or white onion
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 small Butternut squash peeled and diced
  • 2 cups Low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Fresh sage or dried sage
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated, plus extra for serving

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Blender
  • large pot
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté the onions in the bacon fat for 2 minutes. Add the squash, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and add nutmeg. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, cook the linguine in salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. Allow the squash mixture to cool slightly, then blend it with heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Return the blended mixture to the skillet and add the cooked linguine, tossing to combine. Adjust the sauce with reserved pasta water.
  8. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and season as desired. Serve garnished with crispy bacon, sage, and additional Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for pre-cut squash for easier prep. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk.

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