How to Make Campanelle Pasta with Butternut Squash, Mascarpone Cheese, and Fake Bacon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a rich and creamy pasta dish that's perfect for fall? Look no further than this recipe for Campanelle Pasta with Butternut Squash, Mascarpone Cheese, and Fake Bacon. This dish combines the sweet and nutty flavor of butternut squash with the velvety richness of mascarpone cheese, all finished off with the savory crunch of fake bacon. It's a dish that's sure to satisfy your cravings for a decadent and comforting meal.

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces penne pasta, dry
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen diced butternut squash
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 medium shallot, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, or to taste, minced
  • 4 vegetarian bacon strips (such as Morningstar®)
  • ½ (8 ounce) container mascarpone cheese
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add campanelle and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine butternut squash and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until squash is fork-tender, about 10 minutes.
  • At the same time, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and saute for 3 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 1 more minute; set aside.
  • Place bacon on a microwave-safe plate and microwave on high until crisp, about 1 minute. Chop when cool enough to handle.
  • Remove squash from the microwave and mash. Mix mascarpone cheese into the mashed squash. Add shallot-garlic mixture, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir in chopped bacon.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 131mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 79mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 306mg