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
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- Classic Blue Box
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- Long
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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!

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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