Ingredients
1lbbutternut squash,peeled and diced
1tbsplight butter
8ozspaghetti
1cuplarge leek,(white part only)
2clovesgarlic,minced
¼cupparmesan cheese,freshly shaved
4sage leaves,sliced thin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper,to taste
Preparation
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add butternut squash and cook until soft.
Remove squash with a slotted spoon and place in a blender, blend until smooth.
Add pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions for al dente, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
Meanwhile, in a large deep non-stick skillet, melt the butter, sauté the leeks and garlic over medium-low heat for 5 to 6 minutes, until soft and golden.
Add pureed butternut squash, season with with salt and fresh cracked pepper and add a little of the reserved pasta water to thin out to your liking.
Stir in parmesan cheese and sage and mix in pasta until well coated.
Serve with additional parmesan cheese on the side.
