Instant Pot Butternut Squash Pasta

I use the instant pot to make the sauce for this recipe and I simultaneously cook the pasta on the stove.

1 lb butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 onion, diced
1 tsp garlic, minced
1 tomato, diced (optional)
1-2 Tb. olive oil
salt and pepper

1 lb pasta (I used egg noodles)
handful grated parmesan cheese

In a large pot on the stove, cook the pasta in salted water according to directions on the package.  Drain and return to the pot to keep warm.

Meanwhile, press saute on the IP, and add olive oil to the pot.  When hot, toss in the onions.  Cook, stirring often, until translucent.  Add the garlic and tomato and saute until the tomato begins to break down.  Add the butternut squash, 1 c. water, and a generous amount of salt and pepper.  Cook for 10 mins on manual mode ("high").  Allow to sit for 5 mins then QR.  Pour it all into the vitamix and blend until smooth.  Remember to leave the lid ajar to let steam escape, and cover the opening with a towel to protect yourself from hot splatters.

Stir the sauce and pasta together on the stove, adding more salt and pepper to taste.  Serve warm and garnish with parmesan cheese.