One-Pan Butternut Squash Penne
One-Pan Butternut Squash Penne is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines roasted butternut squash with al dente penne pasta in a creamy garlic sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, bringing warmth and nutrition to your table. With just one pan to clean, you can enjoy delicious homemade pasta without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups butternut squash (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread cubed butternut squash on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the squash for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While the squash roasts, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook penne according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in roasted butternut squash and cream cheese until creamy. Add cooked penne and fresh spinach, mixing well.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: For a vegan option, substitute cream cheese with cashew cream or nutritional yeast. Feel free to add red pepper flakes for heat or swap penne with your favorite pasta.