Cook pappardelle pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water. Set aside and keep warm.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Test Kitchen
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Description
Sweet butternut squash and tangy gorgonzola blue cheese makes for a tasty vegetarian weeknight meal that won’t have you missing the meat.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 8
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 package(s) (8.8-oz. each) Bella Italia fresh pappardelle pasta | ||
| 3 tbsp. Gustare Vita olive oil, divided | ||
| 2 clove(s) garlic , minced | ||
| 1 tsp. Hy-Vee red pepper flakes | ||
| 2 lbs. butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and chopped | ||
| Hy-Vee salt | ||
| Hy-Vee ground black pepper | ||
| ¼ c. Hy-Vee unsalted butter | ||
| 1 shallot, thinly sliced | ||
| 2 c. Hy-Vee heavy whipping cream | ||
| 4 oz. Gorgonzola Dulce cheese, chopped | ||
| ¼ c. Italian parsley, finely chopped, plus additional for garnish | ||
| 3 green onions, sliced, plus additional for garnish | ||
| 1 pinch(es) Hy-Vee ground nutmeg | ||
| Hy-Vee chopped walnuts, for garnish |
Things To Grab
- Large stock pot
- Colander
- 2 large skillets
- Immersion blender
- Whisk
Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add butternut squash and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add reserved 1/3 cup pasta water and cook additional 5 minutes or until squash is very tender. Once squash is tender, remove from skillet and place in a large bowl. Use an immersion hand blender to blend squash in to a puree.
Hyvee Culinary Expert Tip
If you do not have an immersion blender, you can also use a food processor or blender to make the butternut squash puree.
In another large skillet over medium heat, add butter and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Once oil begins to shimmer, add sliced shallots and season with salt and pepper. Saute 2 to 4 minutes or until softened.
Add heavy whipping cream to shallots all at once. Bring to a simmer. Whisk in gorgonzola cheese. Continue to whisk and simmer for 10 minutes or until cheese is completely melted and sauce has slightly thickened. Stir in nutmeg, parsley, and green onions, remove from heat.
Stir butternut squash puree into warm gorgonzola cream; whisking until well combined. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated. To serve, garnish each plate with additional parsley, green onions, and walnuts, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
660 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
- Sodium: 230mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 63g
- Protein: 15g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 20%
0%
Calcium 15%
0%
Vitamin D 6%
0%
Potassium 10%
Recommended Pairing
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