Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette with Butternut Squash and Broccolini

Name: Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette with Butternut Squash and Broccolini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: For the Sauce:; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 cloves garlic; 1–2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, minced; 3 tablespoons flour; 1/2 cup white wine (optional); 2–3 cups chicken or vegetable broth, or milk; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; lemon juice to taste; salt to taste; For the Pasta:; 16 ounces orecchiette (I used DeLallo whole wheat orecchiette); 3 cups cubed butternut squash; 3 cups broccolini; olive oil, salt, and pepper; pumpkin seeds; additional Parmesan cheese

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

45m

This Creamy Parmesan Orecchiette with Butternut Squash and Broccolini is a delicious and comforting pasta dish. The creamy Parmesan sauce is made with butter, garlic, fresh thyme, and white wine, and is then mixed with orecchiette, butternut squash, and broccolini. It's the perfect fall comfort food.