BUTTERNUT AND CHARD PASTA BAKE

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This recipe is made for butternut squash lovers, with pureed squash in the sauce and squash pieces in the casserole alongside an ideal companion, Swiss chard. This is a very veggie hybrid of ever-popular holiday sides. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
4 large eggs
3 cups frozen cubed butternut squash, thawed and divided
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup coarsely chopped shallots
1-1/2 cups chopped Swiss chard, stems removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, place the ricotta, eggs, 1-1/2 cups squash, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt and nutmeg in a food processor; process until smooth. Pour into a large bowl. Stir in pasta, shallots, Swiss chard and remaining squash. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Stir in parsley, garlic powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle over pasta mixture., Bake, uncovered, until set and topping is golden brown, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Kevo kk Levin
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This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend it.


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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my pasta bake turned out really dry. I think I might have added too much flour to the sauce.


Enhlerh Zikhaly
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This pasta bake was a disaster! The sauce was too thin and the pasta was overcooked.


chooqa daniels
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I found this dish to be a bit bland. I think it needed some more seasoning.


Sirin Sultana
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This pasta bake was a little too cheesy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with less cheese and more vegetables.


Jcd Sayem
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was perfectly cooked.


Huzaifa King
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for potlucks and parties.


Ali Saab
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This dish is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and it warms you up from the inside out.


Abdulkarim Sherif
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This pasta bake is so creamy and cheesy. It's like a warm hug in a bowl.


Alyx
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I love the combination of butternut squash and chard in this dish. The flavors go so well together.


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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy and delicious.


Benjamin Marsden
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe.


Julian Sanchez
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The leftovers of this dish were even better the next day! I reheated it in the microwave and it was just as delicious as when it was first made.


amir Brewington
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This pasta bake was easy to make and didn't require any fancy ingredients. I had everything on hand, which was a bonus.


Yasir Ansari
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I'm not usually a fan of chard, but it was surprisingly delicious in this dish. The butternut squash added a nice sweetness and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy.


Tella Jarmo
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This butternut and chard pasta bake was a hit with my family! The combination of sweet butternut squash, earthy chard, and creamy cheese sauce was simply divine.