carmelized pear, squash and parmesan noodles
The perfect pasta dish for a cold evening. Delicious and light my family loves this one.
prep time
45 Min
cook time
method
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yield
2-4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 - shallots, chopped
- 3 - garlic cloves, minced
- 1 - anjou pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 - butternut squash, peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
- 12-15 - brussel sprouts
- 10-12 - sage leaves, roughly chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or add to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar (i use pomegranate vinegar)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 pound whole wheat pasta
How To Make carmelized pear, squash and parmesan noodles
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Step 1Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter. Add shallots, garlic, squash, brussel sprouts, sage and pear. Top with salt and pepper then stir to coat. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, then cover and cook for another 5 minutes.
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Step 2While Veggies are cooking, boil water and prepare pasta according to directions.
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Step 3Turn the heat under the veggies down to low, then add balsamic and stir. Drain pasta and add directly to skillet, tossing multiple times to coat well. Add in parmesan cheese, taste and season more if desired. Cover and let sit on low heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring ocasionally, so the flavors mesh. Serve with additinal parmesan cheese for topping.
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