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Barilla Tagliatelle Pasta with Squash Pesto

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. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs

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!

Barilla Tagliatelle Pasta - Packshot - en-ca
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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