Butternut Purée Pasta

Step 1

Wash the squash & cut it in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Scoop out the seeds. Slice, then cube the squash, leaving skin on.

Step 3

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cubed squash & cook for 20 min, or until fork tender.

Step 4

Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.

Step 5

When the squash is ready, drain & set it aside.

Step 6

Add a drizzle of olive oil to the same pot over medium heat. Then add the minced or crushed garlic. Cook for 1 min, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Add the squash, salt, pepper, cream & half the parmesan to the pot.

Step 8

Stir until the mixture becomes creamy. If too thick, add a little water. Remove from heat.

Step 9

Using an immersion blender, blend the squash mixture until it's a smooth purée. Add the cooked, drained pasta to the butternut sauce.

Step 10

Serve topped with the remaining parmesan. Yum!