SPAGHETTI WITH ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH

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Garlic takes on a mild and somewhat sweet flavor when roasted, and in this dish you roast the garlic and the butternut squash at the same time. It's a good way to use squashes that come into season in the fall.

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Categories     Spaghetti

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 whole head garlic, separated into cloves and peeled (cut large cloves in half)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 -16 ounces spaghetti
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup butter
3 slices bacon, crisp-cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped and toasted
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg or 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup pecorino cheese
sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. and start heating water in a large pot for cooking the spaghetti.
  • In a 15x10x1 inch baking pan (jelly roll size) toss together squash, peeled garlic cloves, oil and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and black pepper. Evenly spread squash in pan. Bake 15-18 minutes or until squash is tender and lightly browned.
  • Meanwhile, cook spaghetti, with1 tablespoon salt added to the water, according to package directions. Drain; keep warm.
  • In a small saucepan heat butter over medium heat until it turn the color of light brown sugar, stirring frequently.
  • In a serving bowl toss spaghetti with about half of the browned butter. Toss squash, garlic, bacon, nuts and nutmeg with the remaining browned butter. Serve squash mixture over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574.3, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 28, Sodium 1420, Carbohydrate 72.3, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 13.7

Nafees Athar
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this dish was actually really good. The squash was roasted perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Robyn O’Connor
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the roasted butternut squash and the spaghetti. It's a great way to get your veggies in.


Parker Sund
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bhupal Eai
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. The roasted butternut squash adds a delicious sweetness and the sauce is very flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


talat bugti
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


James Stallings
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The roasted butternut squash was delicious and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Cabdi Gani
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this dish was actually really good. The squash was roasted perfectly and the spaghetti was cooked al dente. The sauce was also very flavorful.


Mariamalehana94 Mariamalehana94
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This dish is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love the combination of the roasted butternut squash and the spaghetti. It's a great weeknight meal.


Ashani Dileeshika
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the roasted butternut squash and the spaghetti was cooked perfectly. The sauce was also very flavorful.


Mathew Cherotich
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The roasted butternut squash was perfectly caramelized and flavorful, and the spaghetti was cooked al dente. The combination of the two was heavenly.


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