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A velvety, golden bowlful of roasted pumpkin and potato, fragrant with rosemary and a whisper of nutmeg — this Italian-inspired vellutata is rich, warming and deeply satisfying. Silky smooth with a beautiful amber colour, it looks as good as it tastes. Perfect for a cosy autumn lunch or an elegant starter.
HealthScore 85
Golden butternut squash, roasted whole in its skin until sweet and tender, melts into a silky, naturally creamy sauce laced with smashed garlic, fragrant rosemary and a splash of white wine — no cream required. Nutritional yeast and vegan Parmesan deepen the savouriness, while dried oregano and sweet paprika add warmth. Every bowlful is richly coloured and deeply satisfying, with the oven doing most of the work. A brilliant weekend or midweek supper that rewards the extra roasting time.
HealthScore 78
Golden and gloriously silky, this Neapolitan-style pasta wraps every tube of ditalini in a velvety butternut squash sauce that is sweet, savoury, and deeply comforting. A scattering of optional plant-based parmesan adds a salty, umami finish. It comes together in half an hour and is exactly the kind of bowl you want on a cool weeknight.
HealthScore 78
Golden, velvety and deeply savoury, this plant-based mac and cheese wraps tender pasta in a silky butternut squash sauce laced with melted plant cheddar and a whisper of nutmeg. The squash gives the sauce its famously orange hue and a natural sweetness that balances the sharp, tangy cheese. It is hearty enough for a midweek dinner and comforting enough to bring to the table on a cold weekend.
HealthScore 75
Silky ribbons of pasta cloaked in a golden, velvety butternut squash cream, finished with a generous cloud of cashew burrata and a shower of toasted pistachio granules — this is autumn comfort at its most elegant. It comes together in under 30 minutes and looks genuinely stunning on the plate. A brilliant weeknight centrepiece that satisfies without heaviness.
HealthScore 83
Golden-roasted butternut squash and tender macaroni are folded into a velvety cashew béchamel, blanketed in melted plant cheddar, and finished with a gloriously crisp, bubbling top. It is comfort food at its most generous — warm, sweet, and savoury all at once. Perfect for an autumn weeknight supper or a relaxed weekend table.
HealthScore 77
Golden ribbons of handmade tagliatelle, tinted and flavoured with sweet butternut squash, toss beautifully with a light sage-butter-style sauce made from olive oil and fresh herbs. The pasta is silky, subtly sweet and satisfying in a way that feels both rustic and elegant. A stunning centrepiece for an autumn Sunday lunch.
HealthScore 72
Golden ribbons of tagliatelle tossed with sweet, silky butternut squash, fragrant rosemary and crispy smoked tofu that shatters like the best pancetta — this is autumn comfort food at its most inviting. The contrast of caramelised squash and savoury, smoky bites makes every forkful deeply satisfying. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight supper.
HealthScore 79
Silky, flame-kissed butternut squash melds with a smoky tomato vodka sauce to coat every ridge of al dente rigatoni in deep, warming flavour. The finished bowl glows a rich amber-orange, crowned with a swirl of plant-based cream and a dusting of smoked paprika. Hearty enough for a midweek dinner yet impressive enough for a dinner-party table.
HealthScore 78
Golden butternut squash and caramelised Brussels sprouts are roasted in a sticky maple and Dijon glaze alongside hearty slabs of marinated tofu — a tray bake that fills the kitchen with sweet, tangy warmth. The vegetables emerge glossy and tender-edged, with the shallots and garlic melting into the sauce. Brilliant as a weeknight supper or a relaxed Sunday centrepiece, and lovely alongside a glass of crisp dry cider.
HealthScore 86
A golden, bubbling bake with a sauce the colour of autumn — creamy, smoky and faintly sweet from butternut squash, with a deep savoury edge from nutritional yeast and miso that does everything sharp cheddar used to. Curly kale runs through every forkful, making this a proper meal rather than a side. Serve it straight from the dish at a weekend table, with a cold lager or a glass of dry cider alongside.
HealthScore 91
A rich and flavorful Massaman curry made with butternut squash, coconut cream, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a hearty and satisfying main dish.
HealthScore 85
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