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Bacon Brussels Sprouts Butternut Squash Pasta

A delicious and hearty pasta dish combining crispy bacon, roasted Brussels sprouts, and sweet butternut squash, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 12 oz Pasta (e.g., fettuccine) Any type of pasta can be used.
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts Trimmed and halved.
  • 2 cups Butternut squash Peeled and diced.
Bacon and Seasoning
  • 6 oz Bacon Cut into small pieces.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For roasting.
  • 1 tsp Salt To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper To taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder Optional.
Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for serving.

Method
 

Prepare the Ingredients
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts and peel and dice the butternut squash.
Roast the Vegetables
  1. On a baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts and butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Spread them out in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
Cook the Pasta and Bacon
  1. While the vegetables are roasting, cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon pieces until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Combine and Serve
  1. In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the roasted vegetables and cooked pasta. Toss to combine and heat through.
  2. Serve topped with crispy bacon and grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables or adjust the seasoning to your taste.

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