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Butternut Squash Pasta

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
35 min
SERVINGS
8 servings
Dinner Italian
Butternut Squash Pasta
Ingredients
  • 1 (16 ounce) package ziti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups cubed butternut squash
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
  • 2 teaspoons rubbed dried sage
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts
Instructions
1
Begin by filling a large pot with water, adding a moderate amount of salt to the mixture. Place the pot over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
2
Next, introduce the pasta into the boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a perfect balance of tenderness and firmness, typically taking around 10 to 11 minutes.
3
Drain the pasta and set it aside for further preparation.
4
Simultaneously, heat a generous amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add the squash to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a tender yet easily pierced state, usually requiring 10 to 15 minutes.
6
Add minced garlic, dried sage, and fresh thyme; cook until the mixture emits a fragrant aroma, approximately 1 minute.
7
Mix in heavy cream and chopped spinach; bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
8
Add 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Introduce the ziti pasta into the skillet, tossing it until it is evenly coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 1 to 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
10
Remove from heat and divide the pasta mixture among 8 bowls.
11
Top each bowl with a generous amount of chopped walnuts and additional Parmesan cheese.