Normally, you’d steer well away from any pre-packaged ‘convenience’ foods when you’re trying to maintain a healthy diet, right?
But the good news is, this recipe features one time-saving convenience item that won’t have a negative impact on your health!
You can now find pre-packaged butternut squash noodles in most larger supermarkets or grocery stores.
These noodles are absolutely perfect for those nights when you just want to have a quick and easy recipe to service to your family.
Of course, if you have a vegetable spiralizer, if you don’t have a spiralizer then check out my article here you can always make your own butternut squash noodles in just a few minutes.
Either way, you’re going to love this fast and delicious dish!
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Butternut Savory Squash Noodles
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cup of pre-packaged butternut squash “noodles”
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1½ tbsp fresh sage chopped
- 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add butternut squash noodles and cook for 4-5 minutes, turning frequently to ensure they cook evenly. When noodles are slightly softened, remove from pan and set aside.
- Keep warm.
- Add butter to pan and heat until melted. Stir in chopped sage and cinnamon and cook until fragrant, approximately 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Return butternut squash noodles to pan and toss to coat in sage butter mixture. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately with your favorite entrée or as a light main course.