Ham and Butternut Squash Spaghetti

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Ham and Butternut Squash Spaghetti - A perfect blend of savory and sweet
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces smoked ham , thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic , thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 cups peeled , seeded , and diced butternut squash
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes , or to taste
salt , or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper , or to taste
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
14 ounces spaghetti
finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
590
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
Ham and Butternut Squash Spaghetti is a delicious and hearty pasta that is perfect for those who like a little spice in their meals. The savory chunks of ham blend perfectly with the sweetness of the butternut squash. This dish is easy to prepare and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The addition of mascarpone cheese gives the sauce a creamy texture that clings perfectly to each strand of spaghetti. Top it with some fresh parsley and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and you have a perfect meal that is both satisfying and delicious.

Instructions

1.Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ham, cooking for two minutes until lightly browned.
3.Add the chicken broth, butternut squash, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet.
4.Cook for 10-15 minutes until the butternut squash is tender.
5.Reduce heat to low, and add mascarpone cheese, stirring until melted.
6.Drain pasta and toss with the squash sauce.
7.Top with chopped Italian parsley and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

PROS

This dish is a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

It is easy and quick to prepare with few ingredients.

It is a perfect recipe for those who are on low-carb or gluten-free diets.

CONS

This dish is high in fat because of the mascarpone cheese and ham.

The spicy flavor may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butternut squash provides a great source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
Consuming butternut squash regularly is said to help with improving digestion and preventing certain types of cancer like lung and breast cancers.
This dish also has anti-inflammatory properties, thanks to the red pepper flakes and garlic.

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