#HamOntFHT dietitian Barb gets dinner on the table for the family fast by using frozen butternut squash, frozen peas, crushed tomatoes, onion, apple, pasta and a little butter to #breakfoodboredom.
Amounts vary based on what you have on hand
Ingredients
3 cups cubed butternut squash (about 2/3 of a frozen 750g. bag)
1 medium onion
1-2 apples, cored and cut in small pieces
Dried sage to taste (1Tbsp leaves or ½ tsp ground)
2/3 cup crushed tomatoes
1 cup frozen peas
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup grated Romano or parmesan cheese
Grated cheese, fresh chives etc. to garnish
Instructions
Get a big pot of water boiling for the pasta. Pasta can be cooked ahead of time too.
Sauté onion on medium-low heat in a small amount of oil or butter until transparent.
Add the frozen butternut squash, sage, and apple with ¼ cup water or broth and cook until soft. Add more water if it begins to stick.
Start cooking the pasta.
Remove butternut squash from heat and mash with a potato masher. Alternatively, you can use a handheld blender or transfer to a food processor for smoother consistency.
Add the tomatoes and frozen peas and reheat gently just until the peas are warmed but still bright green.
Portion the pasta into 3-4 plates and top with sauce. Add some grated cheese if you’d like.
Did you know that our Registered Dietitians also run virtual nutrition groups? Find information about those and all of the groups and workshops offered by the Hamilton Family Health Team by visiting our website hamiltonfht.ca.
