Butternut Squash Orzo with Kale

Name: Butternut Squash Orzo with Kale
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 1 medium butternut squash; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large shallot (diced); 3 cloves garlic (minced); 1 1/2 cups orzo; 2 teaspoons fresh sage; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 cup white cooking wine (optional); 3 cups vegetable stock; 2 cups fresh kale (packed); 1 cup parmesan cheese; lemon juice (optional )

Instructions

Prep:1hCook:20min

This butternut squash and kale orzo is a delicious, easy, weeknight meal! The orzo soaks up all the flavor of the roasted squash for a creamy, delicious pasta dish!

Updated at: Sun, 04 Oct 2026 00:32:42 GMT