Looking for more butternut squash recipes? You’ll also love my Butternut Squash Lasagna, Butternut Squash Soup and Butternut Squash Curry recipes. In this Butternut Squash Pasta Sauce recipe, the roasted winter squash blends seamlessly with cashews and simple seasonings to transform into a rich, creamy, and dreamy sauce. Pour it over the cooked pasta noodles of your choice and dig in! Even if you’re not the world’s biggest fan of butternut squash, you’ll still love this recipe. Kids, adults, and picky eaters have no problem gobbling it up.
Why you’ll love this butternut squash pasta sauce
The perfect easy dinner for fall – Making this butternut squash sauce is foolproof and tastes like autumn in a bowl! A twist on a classic comfort food – The roasted squash gives the pasta sauce sweet and rich undertones, plus a boost of vitamin C, fiber, and a ton of other vitamins and minerals. Quick and simple – This easy fall dinner is ready in under an hour. Make it even easier with pre-chopped squash!
How to make butternut squash pasta sauce
Find the complete recipe with measurements in the recipe card below. Roast the butternut squash cubes and onions for 35-45 minutes, until fork tender and golden brown in some spots. To make things even easier, use store-bought pre-chopped cubes of butternut squash. They’re usually available during fall and winter in most major grocery stores. Next, cook your pasta of choice in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and add the noodles back into the empty pot (or use another pan/pot). Add all the other sauce ingredients along with the roasted vegetables to a high powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour the butternut squash sauce over the cooked noodles in the pot. Over low-medium heat, stir until the sauce thickens and the noodles are evenly coated.
Frequently asked questions
This recipe was originally posted in February of 2018 and has been updated October 2024. The new version is quite a bit different than the original recipe.
