Ham And Butternut Squash Spaghetti Recipe

Name: Ham And Butternut Squash Spaghetti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 ounces smoked ham, thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 3 cups peeled, seeded, and diced butternut squash; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste; salt, or to taste; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste; 1 cup mascarpone cheese; 1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley; 14 ounces spaghetti; finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces smoked ham, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
3 cups peeled, seeded, and diced butternut squash
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
1 cup mascarpone cheese
1 tablespoon chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
14 ounces spaghetti
finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Stir in ham and cook until the edges are slightly browned, about 3 minutes.
2
Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant and edges are barely golden, about 1 minute.
3
Pour chicken broth over ham and garlic; bring to a simmer. Stir in butternut squash, red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook until squash is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in black pepper and reduce heat to low.
4
Gently stir mascarpone cheese into squash mixture until completely incorporated. Stir in Italian parsley. Remove from heat and cover.
5
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
6
Pour butternut-mascarpone sauce over spaghetti, stirring until combined. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese over spaghetti and serve.

1608

kcal

Calories

161

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 4 ounces smoked ham, thinly sliced, 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, 1 1/2 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Ham And Butternut Squash Spaghetti 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ham And Butternut Squash Spaghetti

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