A comforting and delicious pasta bake featuring roasted butternut squash and fragrant sage, perfect for a cozy meal.
Author:Dija
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
12 ounces pasta (such as penne or rigatoni)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread it on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
In a large bowl, combine the roasted butternut squash, cooked pasta, ricotta cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped sage, vegetable broth, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the remaining Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute ricotta and mozzarella with plant-based alternatives.
Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.