Name: Butternut Squash and Fried Sage Pasta
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole-wheat penne; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 8 sage leaves; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 pounds), peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

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A hearty bowl of pasta plus savory cheese? You'd never know this whole-grain comfort food is diet-friendly! Squash supplies all the vitamin A you need for the day.

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