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Spicy Plum Marinara with Butternut Squash Fettuccine

Servings 2
Author Emily @ Zen & Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 large butternut squash spiralized
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup California Dried Plums

Optional Garnish

  • goat cheese
  • bacon slices
  • parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Toss the butternut squash noodles with 1 tsp of the olive oil and spread out on a baking pan. Roast for 10-15 minutes, until squash is al dente.
  3. Meanwhile, puree the plums in a food processor with 1 tablespoon of water until smooth.
  4. Heat the other teaspoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes. Add the oregano, onion powder, salt, red pepper flakes, and balsamic vinegar.
  5. Stir and cook through for about 4-5 minutes.
  6. Remove the noodles from the oven and divide onto two plates.
  7. Pour the sauce over both dishes and serve!
  8. Optional garnish: crumbled goat cheese, bacon and chopped fresh parsley.