Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe

Name: Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces whole grain spaghetti; 2.5 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 medium squash); 3 strips bacon, chopped; 0.75 teaspoons coarse salt + more to taste; 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper + more to taste; Pinch cayenne pepper; 3 large egg yolks; 0.25 cups unsalted chicken stock (optional); 0.75 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided; 0.25 cups fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

12 ounces whole grain spaghetti
2.5 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 medium squash)
3 strips bacon, chopped
0.75 teaspoons coarse salt + more to taste
0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper + more to taste
Pinch cayenne pepper
3 large egg yolks
0.25 cups unsalted chicken stock (optional)
0.75 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
0.25 cups fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley, chopped

1
Cook pasta in a stock pot according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain the rest.
2
Meanwhile, place butternut squash cubes and 1/4 cup water in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave 4-5 minutes, until very tender. Place cooked squash in a blender with reserved pasta water and puree until very smooth.
3
Heat stock pot to medium heat. Add bacon pieces and cook, stirring regularly, until crispy. Remove bacon with a spoon and place on a paper towel. Drain most of the bacon fat. Pour pureed squash into the stock pot. Stir in cooked spaghetti. Season with salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Remove pot from the heat.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolks and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Stir egg yolk/Parmesan mixture into the carbonara. Stir in most of the bacon crumbles. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Stir in chicken stock if mixture is too thick.
5
Serve in bowls and top with remaining Parmesan, bacon crumbles and chopped parsley.

1357

kcal

Calories

138

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces whole grain spaghetti, 2.5 cups cubed butternut squash (about 1 medium squash), 3 strips bacon, chopped, 0.75 teaspoons coarse salt + more to taste, and more.

Yes, Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Butternut Squash Spaghetti Carbonara

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