
Cheesy Squash Pasta
Blood Sugar: 21Servings: 3Preparation Time: 10minMeal Category: Dinner
Micronutrients:Vitamin ACalciumMagnesium
Macronutrients per 100g
Energy
218kcal
Sugar
2g
Fat
5g
Fiber
2g
Sat fat
3g
Protein
9g
Carbs
34g
Sodium
96mg
Ingredients
- 250g / 9oz Dried pasta
- 350g / 12oz peeled and cut into small cubes Butternut squash
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 100g / 3.5oz Grated Cheddar
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
Preparation
- Bring a pan of water to boil and add 250g / 9oz dried pasta. Cook according to packet instructions.
- In another pan, boil 350g / 12oz peeled and cubed butternut squash and 1 small garlic clove for 7-8 minutes until soft.
- Add the garlic and squash to a blender with 100g / 3.5oz grated Cheddar, 0.5 tsp smoked paprika, and a pinch of black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Stir the blended mixture through the cooked and drained pasta.
- Garnish with chopped chives to serve.
Micronutrients % of RDI
Iron
1% of RDI
Magnesium
30% of RDI
Vitamin C
3% of RDI
Omega 3
4% of RDI
Vitamin A
17% of RDI
Calcium
12% of RDI
Folate
22% of RDI
Good to know
The sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months. Freeze in portions and defrost in the microwave with an extra splash of water to help loosen the consistency, then stir through freshly cooked pasta.
Share: