An impressive but simple veggie main course - perfect with a green salad on the side
- 1 medium-sized squash
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Dried sage
- 8 oz pasta of your choice (penne or fusilli work well)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Peel and chop the squash into small cubes.
3. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. In the meantime, heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped squash and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of dried sage. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is tender.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the squash and mix well.
6. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with a pinch of dried sage and pepper. You can also add a bit of salt if desired.
7. In a baking dish, spread a layer of the pasta and squash mixture. Top it with a layer of the seasoned ricotta cheese. Repeat until all the ingredients are used, making sure to end with a layer of ricotta cheese on top.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and slightly golden on top.
9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, you can sprinkle some extra dried sage on top for garnish.
10. Enjoy your delicious squash, ricotta, and sage pasta bake!