Quick way to grow 15-Minute Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce
This quick and easy butternut squash pasta sauce comes together in just 15 minutes, offering a creamy and flavorful addition to your favorite pasta. It's a perfect weeknight meal solution that is both healthy and delicious.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Blender
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Butternut squash cubed (pre-cooked or frozen for speed)
- 1/2 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1/2 small Onion chopped
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor, optional
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 8 oz Pasta of choice
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, then add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cubed butternut squash and vegetable broth to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until the squash is tender.
- Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender, then add nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Blend until the sauce is completely smooth and creamy.
- Pour the blended sauce over your cooked pasta, stir to coat evenly, and serve immediately.
Notes
For an even richer sauce, add a splash of coconut milk or cashew cream while blending. If using fresh butternut squash, you might need to cook it longer or roast it beforehand for tenderness.