Print

Cozy Autumn Pasta

Print Recipe

A delicious and heartwarming Autumn Pasta featuring roasted butternut squash, fresh sage, toasted pecans, and a silky butter sauce, perfect for celebrating the season.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb short pasta (penne or riflati preferred)
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash (1-inch cubes, peeled and seeded)
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, plus ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup fresh sage leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • ⅓ cup toasted pecans, crushed, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 oz crumbled goat cheese, plus extra for serving
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place your cubed butternut squash. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt, and toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and caramelized.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your short pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  3. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the roasted butternut squash to the skillet along with the sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in the vegetable broth, sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and grated nutmeg, and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Toss in the drained pasta and mix everything, adding in reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired sauce consistency. Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter.
  6. Fold in the fresh sage leaves and crushed toasted pecans. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Plate the pasta in shallow bowls, garnishing with more goat cheese, toasted pecans, fresh sage leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

For variations, consider adding grilled chicken or roasted chickpeas, using different greens, or experimenting with other cheeses and vegetables.

Nutrition

Keywords: autumn pasta, fall recipes, vegetarian pasta, cozy meals, butternut squash

Find it online: https://butteredtable.com/autumn-pasta-recipe/