Butternut Squash Udon Pasta

Tossed with chewy udon noodles, this Butternut Squash Udon Pasta is a comforting and filling meal. The savory flavors of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce go well with the sweet butternut squash.

Ingredients:

• 1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 ounces udon noodles
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 400F 200C

Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet

Roast the squash in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized

Cook udon noodles according to package instructions

Drain and set aside

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cook for 1 minute

Add the roasted butternut squash and cooked udon noodles to the skillet

Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, toss to combine and heat through

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds

Serve hot and enjoy