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Pasta with caramelised squash and onion

This pasta with caramelised squash and onion is lovely, vegan dish, which is surprisingly filling. You can use gluten-free pasta, and for a vegetarian version add crumbled feta or grated Parmesan. Serve it with a crispy, green salad.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1234

Ingredients
  

  • ½ butternut squash
  • 1 sprig rosemary leaves only
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ½ tsp muscovado sugar
  • 200 g pasta of your choice
  • Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Peel and cut the squash into 2cm cubes.
  2. Thinly slice the onion. Chop the rosemary leaves.
  3. Heat half of the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan and gently fry the onion until soft. Add half of the balsamic vinegar and the sugar and stir until the onion has caramelised. Remove the onion to a plate.
  4. Add the remaining oil to the pan, then the squash cubes and rosemary. Fry them for about 10 minutes, stirring regularly. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. When they are soft and golden, add the garlic and chilli. Stir 2 minutes, then add the balsamic vinegar and the same amount of water. Keep stirring gently for a minute or so, the add the caramelised onion and mix well.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the pasta following the instructions on the packet. Drain and keep warm.
  7. When the squash is sticky, add it to the pasta and toss well.
  8. Serve with fresh herbs and plenty of freshly ground pepper. For a vegetarian version, add Parmesan or feta.