Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta: Indulgent Spinach & Turkey Bacon Delight
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Indulge in a creamy roasted butternut squash pasta that perfectly combines the richness of turkey bacon and the freshness of spinach.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 cups roasted butternut squash, pureed
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and chop into pieces.
- Add olive oil to the skillet and sauté spinach until wilted.
- In a large bowl, combine pureed butternut squash, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta and mix well. Stir in chopped turkey bacon and spinach.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute turkey bacon with mushrooms and heavy cream with coconut cream.
- This dish can be enjoyed warm or cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg