Butternut Squash Sage Pasta: A Cozy, Hearty Treat with Turkey Bacon
A delicious pasta dish featuring roasted butternut squash and crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Combine roasted squash, pasta, and turkey bacon mixture in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
- Top with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a splash of cream at the end.
- This dish can be made vegetarian by omitting the turkey bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Butternut Squash, Sage, Pasta, Turkey Bacon