Butternut, Leek & Parmesan Sauce with Spaghetti

by | Dec 16, 2012 | Entrees, Pasta, Recipes, Vegetables, Vegetarian

Butternut squash, leek, spaghettiIngredients:

  • 1 lb. butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large leek, white part only, sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz. spaghetti of choice, cooked al dente
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/4 cup fresh shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 4 sage leaves, thinly sliced

Boil butternut squash until soft. Remove from water and puree until smooth. Meanwhile, in a large deep non-stick skillet, melt the butter, and saute the leeks and garlic over medium-low heat until soft and golden, about 5-6 minutes. Add squash. Season with salt and pepper and a little of the pasta water. Stir in Parmesan cheese, sage and pasta. Mix until well coated. Serve with Parmesan cheese on the side. Serves 4.