Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

This butternut squash pasta sauce is made with pureed butternut squash, garlic, and Parmesan cheese for a deliciously different sauce for pasta.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
35 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Calories
58 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until sauce has thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and adjust seasonings.
Step 2
Release pressure carefully from the pressure cooker using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Step 3
Combine butternut squash and 2 cups water in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Step 4
While squash is cooking, heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; stir in onion and garlic. Sauté until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in oregano, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper; set skillet aside.
Step 5
Add squash into the skillet with onion-garlic mixture. Add remaining 1 cup water and mash or puree until mixture is smooth.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste
  • 3 cups water, divided
  • 1 medium butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 1 pinch crushed red pepper, or to taste
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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