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Pumpkin Feta Pasta

Pumpkin Feta Pasta
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Pumpkin Feta Pasta is a comforting and delicious dish that perfectly blends the creamy richness of feta cheese with the sweet, roasted flavor of butternut squash. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or special family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty meal that bursts with flavor and is packed with nutritious vegetables like spinach. The addition of garlic and thyme elevates the taste, while toasted walnuts add a delightful crunch. Enjoy this delightful pasta dish that’s sure to impress everyone at your dinner table!

Ingredients

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  • 360 g pasta shells
  • 1 kg butternut squash pumpkin
  • 8 garlic cloves
  • 180 g feta cheese
  • 2 big handfuls baby spinach
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 handful walnuts
  • 8 sprigs of thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chilli flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Peel and chop the butternut squash into 2 cm cubes and place them in an oven-safe dish.
  3. Add unpeeled garlic cloves, thyme leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the pumpkin; mix well.
  4. Place a block of feta cheese in the center, surrounded by pumpkin.
  5. Roast for about 25 minutes until pumpkin is tender and feta softens.
  6. Cook pasta shells in salted water while ingredients roast; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  7. Once roasted, mash garlic cloves in the dish, break up feta, and stir.
  8. Add baby spinach and cooked pasta shells; mix until creamy, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
  9. Serve topped with chili flakes and crumbled walnuts.

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Keywords: Use fresh produce for maximum flavor. Reserve pasta water helps achieve desired creaminess. Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables or different cheeses.

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