NOVEMBER 2025 RECIPE.
Cozy up with this creamy, high-protein butternut squash pasta—the perfect balance of comfort and nourishment. Packed with seasonal flavor and a boost of protein, this dish is a delicious way to enjoy fall’s favorite squash while keeping your meals balanced and satisfying. It’s a family-friendly, feel-good recipe that’s as wholesome as it is cozy!
INGREDIENTS NEEDED:
1 small butternut squash - roughly cubed (about 3-4 cups of cubed squash)
4 cloves garlic
¼ sweet or yellow onion
1 tablespoon oil
salt and pepper, to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon sage
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon thyme
½ cup cottage cheese
½ cup reserved pasta water
½ cup bone broth
½ cup grated parmesan
½ cup basil - finely chopped
1 ~16 oz package protein pasta
*optional: add protein of choice*
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Add butternut squash, onion and garlic to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Break the onion apart and lay each piece flat on the baking sheet. Toss squash in oil salt, pepper and seasonings. Roast for 30-35 minutes, removing the garlic after 15-20 minutes. The garlic will be soft and browned when it is done cooking, we don't want to burn the garlic.
Remove the onion once it is softened and browned, this will take about 25-30 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook your pasta according to package instructions.
Add cooked butternut squash, onion and garlic to a blender along with bone broth, pasta water and cottage cheese. Blend until smooth.
Toss sauce with pasta, parmesan and basil.
Divide out and serve. Enjoy!