BUTTERNUT SQUASH STUFFED PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY

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Butternut Squash Stuffed Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, butternut squash, salt, garlic, ground turkey, italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper, spinach, salt, ricotta cheese, egg, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, butter, flour, milk, salt, pepper

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups butternut squash, diced
1 teaspoon salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb ground turkey
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups spinach
1 teaspoon salt
15 oz ricotta cheese
1 egg
¼ cup parmesan cheese
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pan.
  • Add the butternut squash and salt, and sauté for a few minutes.
  • Then add garlic, turkey, Italian seasoning, pepper flakes, and black pepper, and stir until meat is fully cooked.
  • Add in spinach and salt until the spinach is wilted.
  • In a large bowl, add ricotta, egg, cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Add the cooked squash mixture into the bowl. Mix until evenly blended.
  • Cook a box of jumbo shell pasta al dente. Set aside in a bowl covered in olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Heat butter in a medium pan. Once melted, add in flour.
  • Cook the flour until it turns light brown.
  • Add milk to the pan and stir continuously until the sauce thickens.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • In a casserole dish, sheet the sauce on the bottom.
  • Stuff each jumbo shell pasta with the stuffing and place on top of the sauce.
  • Bake at 400°F (200°C) covered for 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle parmesan cheese and bake again for 5 minutes until the cheese melts.
  • Garnish with parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Bhagabati Kasey
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It was okay.


Jorge Torres
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I give it a 6 out of 10.


Caroline Njoki
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Not my favorite.


Abigail Calderon
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Meh.


Sonakchi
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This dish was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I probably wouldn't make it again.


Md safiull Boss
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The butternut squash was bland and the pasta was overcooked. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to anyone.


Hassan Syed Hassannaqvi
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The flavors were amazing and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Keval Gangani
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I love the combination of butternut squash and pasta. This dish is hearty and comforting, and it's perfect for a cold night. I also appreciate that it's a relatively healthy dish.


Mbaziira Henry
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I made a few minor changes, such as using whole wheat pasta and adding a bit more garlic. The dish was a hit with my friends and family.


MD Aftabul Islim
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I'm not usually a fan of butternut squash, but this dish changed my mind. The squash was roasted until it was caramelized and sweet, and it paired perfectly with the creamy ricotta and Parmesan cheeses. The pasta was cooked al dente, and the whole di


Daniel Nyoni
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This butternut squash stuffed pasta bake was a hit with my family! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.