Description
A heartwarming pasta dish featuring roasted Brussels sprouts and butternut squash, combined in a creamy sauce for a delightful family meal.
Ingredients
- Pasta (penne, fettuccine, or whole wheat)
- Fresh Brussels sprouts
- Fresh butternut squash
- Fresh garlic
- Olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
- Vegetable or chicken broth
- Fresh thyme or sage
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming off the stem ends and slicing them in half.
- Peel and cube the butternut squash.
- Toss the vegetables in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Spread the vegetables evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast for about 20-25 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
- Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Combine the vegetables and pasta in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add your broth and let it simmer for a moment.
- Add freshly grated Parmesan, stirring until melted.
- Finish with herbs, tasting as you go.
- Serve warm, garnished with more Parmesan and cracked pepper.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients based on availability. Optional toppings include crushed red pepper and extra herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pasta, vegetarian, butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, family meal