A one-pan pasta dish that is filled with winter squash, kale, capers, and lentils. It has a hint of spice and is delicious with a dusting of parmesan cheese on top.
One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers

Having a real case of the Mondays here.

Yesterday we were out of the house from 10AM until 6PM (and this was after I did a 6 mile run, because DID I MENTION I’M RUNNING A HALF MARATHON IN MARCH) so not only was I exhausted but also, all of my weekend to-dos got thrown to the wayside in exchange for good old-fashioned fun.

I don’t regret a thing, but also I only meal-prepped for like a quarter of the week so I need something quick/easy/healthy to take care of the rest of it.

One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers

OF COURSE, one-pan pasta is the answer because when is it ever not???

One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers

Unlike other one-pan pastas where you just kind of throw everything into the pans at once and it all ends up being a mushy mess, this recipe has you saute some of the vegetables before adding the pasta so that they get a crisp outer coat of caramelized goodness.

Then you add the pasta along with about a liter of boiling water and you walk away. Do that other life stuff, tidy up one corner of the house, take a minute to yourself to pee without a child barging in…WHATEVER.

Stir in kale, capers, and parmesan cheese and you have a hearty and delicious meal on the table in under thirty minutes and with only one pot to clean up afterward.

A holiday miracle, if ever I’ve heard of one.

One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers

One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers
 
A one-pan pasta dish that is filled with winter squash, kale, capers, and lentils. It has a hint of spice and is delicious with a dusting of parmesan cheese on top.
Yield: 4-6 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 honeynut or delicata squash
  • 4 cups roughly torn curly kale leaves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lb rigatoni or penne
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups cooked lentils
  • pinch of red pepper or aleppo pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp better than boullion or ½ a vegetable boullion cube
  • 2 tbsp baby capers, drained
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
  1. Cut the squash in half and remove all of the seeds. Cut it into bite-sized chunks. Set aside.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large shallow pan over medium heat. Add in the squash and a pinch of salt. Saute for 10 minutes, or until the squash starts to brown and soften. Add in the garlic and saute for another minute, or until fragrant. Add in the pasta, lemon zest, lentils, pepper flakes, boullion, and 4.5 cups of boiling water. Cover with a lid and cook for 6 minutes.
  4. Remove the lid and stir in the kale leaves and capers. Cover again for a few more minutes, or until the kale is wilted. Stir together. Add additional water if the pasta seems dry. Simmer uncovered for 2-3 minutes or until the water thickens a bit. Stir in half the parmesan cheese. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
  5. Divide among serving bowls and top with the remaining parmesan cheese.
Notes

 

blog_share_subscribe
Share →

4 Responses to One-Pan Pasta with Squash, Kale, and Capers

  1. Kate says:

    I’m so excited to virtually cheer you on for a half!

  2. Pam says:

    YUM. It looks, healthy, flavorful and easy to make. Perfect for busy days.

  3. Three cheers for a supper we can make during the holidays that is quick and delicious and nutritious! You go girl!!!

  4. Asma Sheikh says:

    Hi Joanne,
    This looks so yummy. I’m excited to try this pasta recipe for my son as he loves pasta much more than us 🙂

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *