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Orecchiette Pasta with Bacon, Butternut Squash, and Broccoli
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Orecchiette Pasta with Bacon, Butternut Squash, and Broccoli

Course Main
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Author Pam - For the Love of Cooking / Original from Simply Scratch

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butternut squash diced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • Drizzle of olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
  • 8 oz pound orecchiette pasta cooked per instructions
  • 4 slices of bacon cut into bits
  • 1 shallot sliced
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • 3-4 tbsp toasted pine nuts

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and place the butternut squash on a baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
  • Roast the squash for 20 minutes, tossing with a spatula halfway through.
  • Add the broccoli to the baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through.
  • Remove from the oven and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil.
  • Once boiling, add the orecchiette and cook to al dente according to the package instructions.
  • Once cooked, reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  • Meanwhile, place the bacon bits into a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes, stirring often, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Remove all but 2 teaspoons of grease from the skillet.
  • Add the shallot and crushed red pepper flakes and cook, stirring often, for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Add the white wine and cook, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
  • Add the broth, then season with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste, and cook for 1 minute.
  • Immediately add the pasta, roasted squash, roasted broccoli, and bacon bits.
  • Stir in the Parmesan and season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Add pasta water if needed.
  • Let sit for a few minutes so the sauce thickens. Mix again, taste, and re-season if needed.
  • Serve and enjoy!