PENNE PASTA QUATTRO FORMAGGI & BUTTERNUT SQUASH

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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Bake     Buffet

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 lb butternut squash
peeled and cut into large batons; 2 T olive oil (divided); 1 T chopped sage; 1 lb penne pasta; S&P; 3 T unsalted butter; 3 t ap flour; 2 c whole milk; 2 c heavy cream; 1 1/2 c grated fontina; 3/4 c blue; 1/2 c romano; 3/4 c parmigiano; 4 thick slices coarse country bread; olive oil; 1/2 c grated parmigiano; 1 T chopped sage; 2 T unsalted melted butter; S&P

Steps:

  • Toss squash with olive oil, sage and S&P and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet to roast for 15-20 min till tender. Remove and set aside. Cook penne in salted water till al dente. Drain in colander under cold water. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Make the cheese sauce: Bechemel and cook for 15 min until reduced by 1/3. Remove from heat and add cheeses. Cut crusts from bread and cube slices. Make soft crumbs in food processor. Transfer to a bowl and added oil, melted butter and S&P, parmigiano and sage. Preheat to 400. Mix cheese sauce and squash to pasta and stir to mix well. Transfer to 9x13 baking dish and scatter crumbs over top. bake 10-12 min until heated through - cheese bubbly, top brown.

Patricia Holcomb
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This dish was just okay. I found the sauce to be a bit bland.


Malik Anas Khan
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my sauce turned out grainy. I think I may have overcooked the squash.


Rana Arbaz
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are incredible.


Mugman
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I love that this recipe uses seasonal ingredients. It's a great way to enjoy the best that fall has to offer.


Ikanza Joan
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This dish is so comforting and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


Nis Ar Khan
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook butternut squash, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


augustine ingaiza
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This dish is perfect for a vegetarian or vegan meal. Just omit the cheese from the sauce, and you're good to go.


Hamad Bokhammas
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The sauce is really versatile. I've also used it on chicken and fish, and it's always delicious.


Riwan Rai
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.


BASHAR Qasem
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Zlatan Denizer
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce was so flavorful that I forgot all about the squash.


Kundi Janan
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This dish is definitely a keeper! I will be making it again and again.


Cadence Hulse
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I used a different type of pasta, but the sauce was so good that it didn't matter.


Lahiru Madhushan Kumara
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I added some crumbled bacon to the sauce for an extra layer of flavor. It was amazing!


Salamawit Shmales
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I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The sauce was smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked to al dente perfection.


Shah fahad Habib
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This dish was a hit with my family! Even my picky kids loved it.


Light 1
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I love how the butternut squash adds a touch of sweetness to the sauce, balancing out the sharp flavors of the cheeses.


MADIWA MREGGEA
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This penne pasta dish was an absolute delight! The butternut squash and four cheese sauce were a perfect combination, creating a creamy and flavorful dish.