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Butternut Squash Pasta + Raisins + Orange

May 24, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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KIDS LUNCH BOX #46 – Butternut Squash Pasta + Dry Grapes + Orange

Some kids school lunch box ideas to try…

  1. Spinach Corn Sandwich + Orange + Almonds & Pistachios
  2. Carrot Rice + Cucumber + Fruittellas
  3. Palak Chapati + Jeera Aloo + Orange
  4. Potato Spinach Pancakes + Sprouted Moong & Corn Salad+ Grapes
  5. Mayonnaise Veggie Pasta + Strawberries + Peanut Chikki 

Here is what I packed for school lunch…

LUNCH – Butternut Squash Pasta – I have prepared this recipe in the electric pressure cooker. Here is the detailed Recipe Link for Butternut Squash Pasta.

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instant pot Butternut Squash Pasta served on plate with squash on side

Instant Pot Butternut Squash Pasta

Bhavana Patil
A quick comforting, filling, and delicious pasta that is cheesy and creamy made with a seasonal ingredient– butternut squash!
5 from 4 votes
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Servings: 3
Calories : 280
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Diet: Vegetarian
Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 8 ounce dry shell pasta (about 2.5-3 cups)
  • 3 cups cubed butternut squash peeled and deseeded
  • 3 cups water (to cook pasta)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or water (to cook butternut squash)
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • ½ cup onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese or any cheese
  • 1 tablespoon parsley or mixed dried herbs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup milk or half and half (optional)

Instructions
 

Instant Pot Method:

  • Turn on the IP to 'Saute' mode. Add the butter, followed by the garlic and onions. Sauté for a few minutes till the onions turn translucent.
    step to dice butternut squash and saute garlic collage
  • Next, add the cubed butternut squash and stir it with the rest of the ingredients.
  • Add the vegetable broth or water, salt and mix well.
  • Meanwhile, in an oven-safe bowl or stackable steamer, insert pans add 3 cups of pasta with 3 cups of water, and keep aside. Make sure pasta should be submerged in liquid.
  • Then place the trivet and then the bowl of dried pasta with water. This way, they will both cook together. See pictures below for reference.
    step to add butternut squash nad cook pasta pot in pot collage
  • Close the lid of the Instant Pot. Set the cooking time for 4 minutes (or half the time on the macaroni cooking directions minus 1 minute).
  • Once the IP beeps, do a QUICK RELEASE.
  • Open the lid and, using an immersion blender, puree squash with some milk till smooth and creamy. OR you can also puree the squash in a regular blender or Vitamix.
    step to puree the squash collage
  • Now add the cooked pasta followed by cheese, seasoning, salt, pepper powder. Stir constantly until cheese is melted and everything is combined.
    step to add cooked pasta to puree collage
  • Serve pasta topped with more Parmesan cheese and parsley.
    instant pot Butternut Squash Pasta served on plate with squash on side

Stovetop Pot Method:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, peel the butternut squash and remove the seeds. Cut into large chunks.
  • Heat the butter in a pan or skillet over medium low heat.
  • Add some minced garlic and onion saute till turn translucent.
  • Then add the squash, salt, and water, cook until completely tender. Place the squash mixture into the blender along with some salt and pepper and pulse until smooth.
  • Pour the sauce over the cooked pasta and add the cheese. Stir until melted. Add more salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve pasta topped with more Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Notes

I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker, Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT.
 

Tips

  • Pasta cooking time: The time to cook pasta in an Instant pot is usually half of the suggested time on the pasta box minus 1 minute for al-dente pasta ( if you like your pasta firm and are just done). For example, I made this recipe using a dry shell which called for 10 minutes of cooking time. That makes it 4 minutes going by the rule of thumb.
  • Keep pasta submerged: You have to make sure that all the pasta is submerged in the liquid before pressure cooking. If it is less, then add some more water or broth
  • Pressure Release: Quick Release is very important for cooking pasta in the Instant Pot. So don’t forget else it will result in very soft pasta.
  • Seasoning: I have used dried Italian herbs for seasoning but you could use freshly chopped parsley or sage.
 

Variations

  • Adding milk while pureeing butternut squash sauce is completely optional.
  • You can also add steamed broccoli florets in this pasta, in the end, to make it more healthy and delicious.
  • You can also use frozen butternut squash for this recipe.
  • This pasta can also be made using roasted butternut squash.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 486mgPotassium: 344mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8650IUVitamin C: 25.4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.8mg
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SNACK – Dry Grapes

SNACK – Orange

Prep Work For The Previous Evening

  1. You can peel, deseed and dice the butternut squash the previous night and refrigerate else you can also buy store brought diced butternut squash.

Notes

  • Packed in a stainless steel tiffin box called Lunchbots which is Eco-Friendly, Dishwasher Safe, BPA-Free and is easily available on Amazon. Do not use plastic lunch boxes to your kids, they are toxic.
  • You can increase or decrease quantity based on your child’s appetite.

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