"The assignment: A satisfying, creamy, crave-worthy baked pasta that would still be delicious without (most of) the cheese. Nailed it!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup hazelnuts or walnuts
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4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling
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1 large onion, finely chopped
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3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
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1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1 small butternut squash, halved, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
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4 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
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1 pound paccheri or rigatoni
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Kosher salt
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2 ounces Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 1/2 cups), divided, plus more for serving
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1 cup basil leaves, torn
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Freshly ground black pepper