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Baked Feta and Butternut Squash Pasta: A Flavorful Delight!

A delicious and hearty pasta dish featuring baked feta cheese and roasted butternut squash, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces pasta your choice, such as penne or rotini
  • 1 small butternut squash peeled and diced (about 4 cups)
  • 8 ounces feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, combine the diced butternut squash, feta cheese, olive oil, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the squash is well coated.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the feta is golden and slightly melted.
  4. While the squash and feta are baking, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  5. Once the butternut squash and feta are done, remove from the oven and add the cherry tomatoes to the baking dish. Stir in the cooked pasta and fresh spinach until everything is well combined.
  6. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through.
  7. Remove from the oven, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in cooked chicken or chickpeas before baking.
  • Swap out the butternut squash for sweet potatoes or zucchini for a different flavor and texture.

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