Pappardelle with Squash, Mushrooms, and Spinach

Health score
37%
Pappardelle with Squash, Mushrooms, and Spinach
25 min.
4
676kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with our delightful Pappardelle with Squash, Mushrooms, and Spinach. This dish is a celebration of seasonal ingredients, bringing together the earthy sweetness of butternut squash, the rich umami of shiitake mushrooms, and the fresh, vibrant notes of baby spinach. Perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—but also offers a comforting yet elegant dining experience.

The wide, ribbon-like pappardelle pasta serves as the perfect canvas for the luscious sauce, allowing each bite to be filled with the harmonious blend of flavors. With the addition of fresh sage and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dish elevates simple ingredients into a gourmet meal that will impress family and friends alike.

Whether you're looking for a hearty main course or a flavorful side dish, this recipe fits the bill. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor a bowl of comfort that captures the essence of fall in every bite!

Ingredients

  • ounce baby spinach 
  • 0.5 cup butter divided (1 stick)
  • cups butternut squash (from 1-pound squash)
  • 1.5 tablespoons sage fresh chopped
  • ounces mushroom caps fresh stemmed sliced
  • 0.8 cup parmesan cheese divided grated
  • 12 ounces soup noodles 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  3. Meanwhile, melt 1/4 cup butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add squash and cook until almost tender, stirring often, about 6 minutes.
  5. Add mushrooms, sage, and remaining 1/4 cup butter; sauté until mushrooms are soft and squash is tender, about 8 minutes.
  6. Add spinach; stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Add pasta to sauce in skillet. Toss to coat, adding pasta cooking liquid by 1/4 cupfuls if dry.
  8. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories676kcal
Protein11.82%
Fat39.51%
Carbs48.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39
Glycemic Load
26.48
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
38.114348090213%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.26mg
Kaempferol
2.26mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
1.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:675.87kcal
33.79%
Fat:30.18g
46.43%
Saturated Fat:17.83g
111.46%
Carbohydrates:83.64g
27.88%
Net Carbohydrates:76.46g
27.8%
Sugar:6.11g
6.79%
Cholesterol:77.32mg
25.77%
Sodium:553.09mg
24.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.31g
40.62%
Copper:7.28mg
363.79%
Vitamin A:15355.7IU
307.11%
Vitamin K:174.71µg
166.39%
Selenium:64.71µg
92.44%
Manganese:1.68mg
84.01%
Phosphorus:402.78mg
40.28%
Vitamin C:32.01mg
38.8%
Magnesium:131.07mg
32.77%
Folate:121.75µg
30.44%
Calcium:291.79mg
29.18%
Fiber:7.18g
28.72%
Potassium:980.26mg
28.01%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.69%
Vitamin B3:5.19mg
25.94%
Vitamin E:3.08mg
20.53%
Zinc:3.01mg
20.05%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.95%
Iron:3.38mg
18.75%
Vitamin B5:1.75mg
17.52%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.39%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
5.02%
Vitamin D:0.32µg
2.14%
Source:Epicurious