Butternut Squash Baked Feta Pasta for Cozy Fall Nights

Butternut Squash Baked Feta Pasta is the ultimate fall comfort dish, combining creamy feta with roasted squash for a deliciously cozy meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Pasta

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Roasted Mixture

2.5 cups butternut squash, cubed cubed into ½ inch pieces
2 cloves garlic peeled
8 oz feta cheese or plant-based feta for vegan
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked, or to taste

For the Pasta

10 oz short pasta like penne, shells, or rigatoni
0.5 cups reserved pasta water save before draining pasta

Equipment

9x13 baking dish
Blender
Large pot

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a 9x13 baking dish, combine the butternut squash and garlic. Place the feta in the center, drizzle with olive oil, and season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
Roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until the squash is tender and feta is lightly browned.
Cook the pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Save ½ cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
Blend the roasted squash and feta mixture with reserved pasta water until smooth and creamy.
Toss the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, adjusting seasoning if needed.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh thyme and optional chili flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Butternut Squash Baked Feta Pasta is perfect for any occasion, making it a cozy embrace in a bowl.

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