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Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Super Simple Squash Pasta


Looking for a yummy, yet super easy dinner? Look no further: Pasta with butternut squash, spinach and goat cheese.

What You Need:
  • 1 lb of pasta (fresh is best)
  • 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cubed into 1-inch pieces
  • 6 cups fresh spinach, washed
  • 4 oz. soft goat cheese
  • Olive oil for cooking
What You Do:
  • Heat olive oil in large saute pan over medium heat and add butternut squash. Heat until squash is tender (about 25-30 minutes)
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted
  • In the meantime, boil water and cook pasta
  • After spinach is wilted, add goat cheese and stir to combine. Add mixture to pasta and toss.
  • Enjoy!
  • For the meat lovers in your family, this dish is also excellent with bacon crumbled on top.
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