BUTTERNUT AND CHARD PASTA BAKE

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This recipe is made for butternut squash lovers, with pureed squash in the sauce and squash pieces in the casserole alongside an ideal companion, Swiss chard. This is a very veggie hybrid of ever-popular holiday sides. -Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
2 cups fat-free ricotta cheese
4 large eggs
3 cups frozen cubed butternut squash, thawed and divided
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup coarsely chopped shallots
1-1/2 cups chopped Swiss chard, stems removed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain. Meanwhile, place the ricotta, eggs, 1-1/2 cups squash, thyme, 1/4 teaspoon salt and nutmeg in a food processor; process until smooth. Pour into a large bowl. Stir in pasta, shallots, Swiss chard and remaining squash. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Stir in parsley, garlic powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle over pasta mixture., Bake, uncovered, until set and topping is golden brown, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Dwayne Chong
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This was a great recipe! The butternut squash and chard were roasted perfectly, and the pasta was cooked al dente. The flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Qazi Fayazafridi
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This pasta bake was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a mix of goat cheese and Parmesan cheese, which gave it a nice tang. The chard was a great addition, and it added a nice pop of color to the dish.


kjn cat
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This was a great recipe. The butternut squash and chard were roasted perfectly, and the pasta was cooked al dente. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dish was very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Dale Williams
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I loved this recipe! The butternut squash and chard were roasted to perfection, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The flavors were amazing.


Lekevia Davenport
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This pasta bake was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Baluch Warna
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This was a great recipe! The butternut squash and chard were roasted perfectly, and the pasta was cooked al dente. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dish was very satisfying.


Jam shahzad
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but this recipe changed my mind. The squash was roasted until it was caramelized and sweet, and it paired perfectly with the chard and pasta.


Jesca George
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This pasta bake was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a mix of goat cheese and Parmesan cheese, which gave it a nice tang. The chard was a great addition, and it added a nice pop of color to the dish.


Ervin Vega
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The butternut squash and chard were cooked perfectly, and the pasta was al dente. The flavors were well-balanced, and the dish was very satisfying.


Robyn Sackrider
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to make. I used a store-bought roasted butternut squash, which saved me a lot of time. The chard was a great addition, and it added a nice bitterness to the dish.


Ander Emiliano Santos Ponce
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are amazing, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Rex Nafiz
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The butternut squash and chard were perfectly roasted, and the pasta was cooked to al dente perfection.