Who doesn’t love pasta and bacon? So what better combo then to throw them together in a fabulous dinner the whole family will enjoy!
Ingredients
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp ghee or grass-fed butter
1 onion, diced
1 tsp salt
2 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1-2 cups chicken broth
6 slices bacon, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced (divided)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (*optional)
pepper, to taste
Directions:
Heat the olive oil and ghee/grass-fed butter, bacon, garlic, in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and salt. Cook for 10-15 minutes until slightly caramelized, stirring occasionally.
Cook bacon for 5 minutes and then add nutmeg, cinnamon, and 1 clove of garlic.
Place the squash in a food processor and pulse until it reaches a rice-like consistency.
Add the squash to the pan once the onions are caramelized and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Then add the wine, and broth.
Cover and cook over medium heat for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the squash is completely tender. Add more broth if necessary.
Last mix in the maple syrup, parmesan cheese, and pepper.
Enjoy!
Fit Chic
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