This dish is a perfect combination of creamy goodness, nutty crunch, and zesty freshness. The large pasta shells are perfect for cradling all that velvety & yummy butternut sauce. Topped off with crunchy & zesty pecan nuts and fragrant fresh thyme, this recipe is sure to make your taste buds dance with joy!
Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells
Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells
with pecan nuts, lemon zest & fresh thyme
Hands on Time: 30 - 45 minutes
Overall Time: 35 - 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- Butternut Chunks
- Creme Fraiche
- Fresh Thyme
- Garlic Clove
- Garlic Cloves
- Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese
- Large Pasta Shells
- Lemon
- Lemons
- Onion
- Onions
- Pecan Nuts
- Smoked Paprika
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Salt & Pepper
- Water
- Blender
BETTER NOT FORGET THE BUTTERNUT
Place the butternut pieces in a pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil and cook until soft, 15-20 minutes. Drain and place in a blender.
PASTA, PRONTO!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 12-15 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
SIMPLY THE ZEST
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and roughly chop. Place in a bowl. Add the Lemon zest and set aside.
VELVETY YUMMINESS
Return the pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the diced Onion and fry until golden, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). In the final minute, add ½ the chopped thyme, the paprika, and the grated garlic. Remove from the heat and add to the blender with the butternut. Add the créme fraîche, ½ the grated cheese, a squeeze of Lemon juice, seasoning, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth.
BRING IT TOGETHER
Add the butternut sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and toss until coated. Loosen with a splash of pasta water, if necessary. Season to taste.
WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
Dish up the butternut pasta shells. Sprinkle over the zesty toasted pecans, and the remaining cheese & thyme. Serve with a Lemon wedge and dive in, Chef!
BETTER NOT FORGET THE BUTTERNUT
Place the butternut pieces in a pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil and cook until soft, 15-20 minutes. Drain and place in a blender.
PASTA, PRONTO!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 12-15 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
SIMPLY THE ZEST
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and roughly chop. Place in a bowl. Add the Lemon zest and set aside.
VELVETY YUMMINESS
Return the pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the diced Onion and fry until golden, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). In the final minute, add ½ the chopped thyme, the paprika, and the grated garlic. Remove from the heat and add to the blender with the butternut. Add the créme fraîche, ½ the grated cheese, a squeeze of Lemon juice, seasoning, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth.
BRING IT TOGETHER
Add the butternut sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and toss until coated. Loosen with a splash of pasta water, if necessary. Season to taste.
WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
Dish up the butternut pasta shells. Sprinkle over the zesty toasted pecans, and the remaining cheese & thyme. Serve with a Lemon wedge and dive in, Chef!
BETTER NOT FORGET THE BUTTERNUT
Place the butternut pieces in a pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil and cook until soft, 20-25 minutes. Drain and place in a blender.
PASTA, PRONTO!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 12-15 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
SIMPLY THE ZEST
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and roughly chop. Place in a bowl. Add the Lemon zest and set aside.
VELVETY YUMMINESS
Return the pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the diced Onion and fry until golden, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). In the final minute, add ½ the chopped thyme, the paprika, and the grated garlic. Remove from the heat and add to the blender with the butternut. Add the créme fraîche, ½ the grated cheese, a squeeze of Lemon juice, seasoning, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth.
BRING IT TOGETHER
Add the butternut sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and toss until coated. Loosen with a splash of pasta water, if necessary. Season to taste.
WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
Dish up the butternut pasta shells. Sprinkle over the zesty toasted pecans, and the remaining cheese & thyme. Serve with a Lemon wedge and dive in, Chef!
BETTER NOT FORGET THE BUTTERNUT
Place the butternut pieces in a pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil and cook until soft, 20-25 minutes. Drain and place in a blender.
PASTA, PRONTO!
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 12-15 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil.
SIMPLY THE ZEST
Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and roughly chop. Place in a bowl. Add the Lemon zest and set aside.
VELVETY YUMMINESS
Return the pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the diced Onion and fry until golden, 4-5 minutes (shifting occasionally). In the final minute, add ½ the chopped thyme, the paprika, and the grated garlic. Remove from the heat and add to the blender with the butternut. Add the créme fraîche, ½ the grated cheese, a squeeze of Lemon juice, seasoning, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth.
BRING IT TOGETHER
Add the butternut sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and toss until coated. Loosen with a splash of pasta water, if necessary. Season to taste.
WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF
Dish up the butternut pasta shells. Sprinkle over the zesty toasted pecans, and the remaining cheese & thyme. Serve with a Lemon wedge and dive in, Chef!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells?
The preparation time for Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells with pecan nuts, lemon zest & fresh thyme is between 30 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells with pecan nuts, lemon zest & fresh thyme?
The total time required to make Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells with pecan nuts, lemon zest & fresh thyme is between 35 and 50 minutes.
How many servings does Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells?
Butternut Chunks, Creme Fraiche, Fresh Thyme, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Large Pasta Shells, Lemon, Lemons, Onion, Onions, Pecan Nuts, Smoked Paprika
What is the nutritional information of Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells?
Calories: 1046, Carbs: 139 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 30.4 grams, Sugar: 16 grams, Salt: 139 grams
How do I prepare Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells?
BETTER NOT FORGET THE BUTTERNUT: Place the butternut pieces in a pot of salted water over medium-high heat. Bring to the boil and cook until soft, 15-20 minutes. Drain and place in a blender. PASTA, PRONTO!: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta until al dente, 12-15 minutes. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water, and toss through a drizzle of olive oil. SIMPLY THE ZEST: Place the pecans in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and roughly chop. Place in a bowl. Add the lemon zest and set aside. VELVETY YUMMINESS: Return the pan to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. When hot, add the diced onion and fry until golden, 3-4 minutes (shifting occasionally). In the final minute, add ½ the chopped thyme, the paprika, and the grated garlic. Remove from the heat and add to the blender with the butternut. Add the créme fraîche, ½ the grated cheese, a squeeze of lemon juice, seasoning, and a splash of pasta water. Blend until smooth. BRING IT TOGETHER: Add the butternut sauce to the pot of cooked pasta and toss until coated. Loosen with a splash of pasta water, if necessary. Season to taste. WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF: Dish up the butternut pasta shells. Sprinkle over the zesty toasted pecans, and the remaining cheese & thyme. Serve with a lemon wedge and dive in, Chef!
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells?
Butternut Chunks, Creme Fraiche, Fresh Thyme, Garlic Clove, Garlic Cloves, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Large Pasta Shells, Lemon, Lemons, Onion, Onions, Pecan Nuts, Smoked Paprika
How many calories does Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells have?
1046 calories
How much fat content does Dreamy Butternut Pasta Shells have?
grams
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