Cheesy Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce

You can whip up this savory pasta sauce with few ingredients and butternut squash—it’s delicious over ravioli, pasta, or as a sauce substitute on pizza.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 102 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.33333334326744 cup milk
• 2.5 cups butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 0.33333334326744 cup onion, finely chopped
• 0.33333334326744 apple, peeled and chopped
• 0.33333334326744 cup Italian cheese blend (Parmesan, Asiago, and Romano)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place squash in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Simmer until very tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain. Cooked squash should equal 2 cups.

Step 2

Heat oil and butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion, garlic, and apple. Stir frequently until softened and brown, about 15 minutes. Add butternut squash and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add milk and cheese. Stir until cheese melts and sauce reaches desired thickness, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.