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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 10 ounces curly pasta (something with enough curves to hold the sauce – I used cavatappi)
- 3 1/2 – 4 cups peeled and diced butternut squash
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cups sliced mushrooms (about 8 ounces)
- 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced and divided
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup skim milk
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- pinch of nutmeg
- 1 1/2 cups shredded fontina cheese
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