Butternut Squash with Shallots and Pasta

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Serves 4

 

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3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes

1 tbs dark brown sugar

1½ tbs extra virgin olive oil, divided

1 tsp salt

½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

8 shallots, peeled and halved lengthwise (about ½ pound)

1 tsp dried, rubbed sage (1tbs fresh)

1 lb/450 g fettucini or papardella pasta, cooked al dente

Parmesano Regiano or Pecorino Romano cheese

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image\redcheck.gif Preheat oven to 475 F/220 C.

1.       Combine squash, sugar, 1tbs oil, salt, pepper, shallots in a flat baking pan, toss well and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.

2.       Stir in sage.

3.       Cook pasta according to directions until al dente. Drain and place in a bowl. Toss with ½ tbs oil.

4.       Add the squash mixture to the bowl, sprinkle with cheese and serve.

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