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Butternut Squash Spaghetti Sauce

Butternut squash like you've never seen it before: in spaghetti! Great way to make a vegan dish that's packed with flavor.
Author Laurie Bennett

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups butternut squash
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 2-3 Tablespoons garlic minced or chopped
  • 2 sprigs thyme
  • 2 sprigs rosemary
  • 1 cup broth chicken or vegetable
  • Handful uncooked spaghetti or pasta
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F
  • Cut the butternut squash in half and brush 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the flesh part (not the skin).
  • Roast the butternut squash for 25-40 minutes, until slightly browned and an inserted skewer goes through the squash with little effort.
  • Scoop the butternut squash out of the skin and place in a large bowl.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
  • Add the garlic, onion and herbs.
  • Saute until the onion is translucent, then add 1 1/2 cups of the squash and stir well.
  • Thin the solution out with broth and allow it to come to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions.
  • Use an immersion blender to puree the butternut squash mixture.
  • Stir in the cooked & drained spaghetti and stir to coat with the butternut squash sauce.
  • Serve hot.