Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash Pasta
Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash Pasta is a delightful dish that harmonizes the savory crunch of crispy bacon with the sweetness of roasted butternut squash and the earthiness of Brussels sprouts. Tossed in a creamy sauce with your favorite pasta, this dish is perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors will surely make it a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy (about 8-10 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, sauté Brussels sprouts in bacon grease until tender and caramelized (5-7 minutes).
- Add butternut squash and garlic; stir until soft (8-10 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream; gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency. Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta and bacon with the sauce; stir well and serve with additional Parmesan on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg