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PASTA BUTTERNUT SQUASH ALFREDO

What could be cozier than a cozy fall? This alfredo is made from scratch in under 30 minutes!

Let’s talk for a moment about the alfredo.

In the middle of Autumn, there’s nothing more comforting than pasta with butternut squash alfredo.

This dish is a combination of crisp bacon, shredded chicken, butternut puree, fresh rosemary, and milk.

This alfredo is made completely from scratch and in less than 30 minutes.

Use a natural, new, and wholesome dairy product without having to worry about its origin.

Dairy foods, such as milk, can bring us moments of unmistakable happiness.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces cavatappi pasta
  • Three slices bacon diced
  • Three tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • Four cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tablespoons of all-purpose flour
  • Half a cup of whole milk
  • Butternut squash puree, 1 1/2 cups
  • Fresh sage, finely chopped (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
  • Dijon mustard, 1 1/2 teaspoons
  • Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, 3/4 cup
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Black pepper and Kosher Salt
  • Two cups of leftover diced rotisserie poultry

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in a large pot with salted boiling water according to the package directions. Drain well.
  • Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat. Add bacon, and cook for 6-8 minutes until crispy and brown. Transfer the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  • Melt butter in a skillet. Stir frequently while adding the garlic and cooking it for about 1-2 mins. Stir in flour for about a minute until it is lightly browned. Whisk in the milk gradually. Cook while whisking continuously for about 1-2 minutes.
  • Add butternut squash, Dijon, and sage. Stir occasionally as you bring to a gentle simmer. Continue stirring until the mixture is slightly thickened (about 5 minutes). Stir in Parmesan, heavy cream, and seasoning to taste.
  • Add pasta and chicken and toss gently.
  • Garnish with bacon or sage if you wish.

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