Butternut Squash Carbonara

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Butternut Squash Carbonara, a healthy and delicious pasta dish
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

385 g butternut squash , cut into wedges and then large cubes
4 garlic cloves , unpeeled
10 sprigs thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
17 g diced pancetta
50 ml double cream
1 egg
1 egg yolk
20 g parmigiano-reggiano cheese , grated ( Parmesan )
300 g spaghetti

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
540
Sugar
8g
Fat
22g
Butternut Squash Carbonara is a twist on the classic Carbonara pasta, replacing the traditional pork fat with sweet and creamy butternut squash. The result is a lighter and healthier pasta dish that is perfect for autumn and winter months. This recipe takes inspiration from both Italian and British cuisines, making it a comfort food that combines the best of both worlds. The pancetta adds some salty flavor, the Parmesan cheese gives a nutty and sharp taste, and the thyme and garlic round up the flavors perfectly.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7.
2.Place the butternut squash, garlic and thyme on a baking tray.
3.Drizzle with olive oil and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
4.Roast for 25 minutes or until the squash is tender.
5.Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a large pan of boiling salted water until al dente.
6.Drain, reserving 100ml of the cooking water.
7.In a frying pan, cook the pancetta until crisp and golden.
8.In a bowl, beat together the egg, egg yolk, cream and Parmesan until smooth.
9.Pour the egg mixture into the frying pan, stirring constantly over a low heat for 1 minute until smooth and creamy.
10.Add the squash and spaghetti to the frying pan and toss to combine, adding reserved cooking water as necessary to loosen the sauce.
11.Serve and sprinkle with more Parmesan cheese, if desired.

PROS

This pasta dish is a healthier and lighter version of the classic Carbonara, with the butternut squash adding natural sweetness and creaminess to the dish.

It is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet.

CONS

Some may find the sweetness of the butternut squash overwhelming, and those who prefer the traditional Carbonara may not enjoy this variation.

Additionally, the recipe does contain some fat from the pancetta and Parmesan cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butternut squash is a great source of fiber, vitamins and minerals.
It is particularly high in vitamin A, which supports eye health and the immune system.

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