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Barilla Tagliatelle Pasta with Squash Pesto

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Barilla Tagliatelle Pasta with Squash Pesto

Made with roasted squash, pumpkin seeds and sage, for a unique twist on pesto pasta

45 minutes total

Our pal Christopher Rivest from @may.eighty.five whipped up his own fresh take on homemade pesto! It's the perfect blend of flavours for a vegetarian pasta, balancing the sweetness of roasted squash, toasted pumpkin seeds, and earthy herbs and spices. Topped on easy-to-measure nests of premium Barilla Tagliatelle pasta (4 nests per person)—say hello to an essential Pasta Month meal!

Ingredients

Serves 4

1 box Barilla Tagliatelle pasta
1 acorn squash, peeled and diced
2 tbsp olive oil
To taste salt
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
2 tbsp sage, chopped
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 cup arugula
1/4 cup parmesan, freshly grated

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Chef's Tip

This recipe can also be made using Barilla Pappardelle pasta.

Step 1

Preheat oven to 450°F.

Step 2

Peel and dice acorn squash into cubes. Toss squash with 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt, and then place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes or until soft.

Step 3

In a small pan, toast pumpkin seeds with fresh sage and 1 tbsp olive oil for about 3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Transfer roasted squash, toasted pumpkin seeds and sage, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, lemon zest, nutmeg, and arugula to a food processor. Pulse ingredients until smooth.

Step 5

Cook Barilla Tagliatelle pasta according to package directions. Then toss cooked pasta in the sauce.

Step 6

Serve immediately.

Chef's Tip

Top this dish with some crumbled sausage browned with a pinch of cinnamon and some crispy sage to garnish!

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Classic Blue Box

Classic Blue Box

Tagliatelle

Tagliatelle, originating from Emilia-Romagna, boasts long, flat ribbons that are perfect for capturing creamy sauces and hearty ragùs. Its luxurious texture makes it a favourite for special occasions and romantic dinners, offering a taste of Italian elegance. Plus, it comes in easy to measure nests that work to elevate any meal.

  • Shape Long
  • Cook time 6 mins
  • Pack size 450 g
  • Range Classic Blue Box
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