ORECCHIETTE WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH, SAGE AND MEATBALLS

½ of a medium butternut squash, about 2-3 cups, cubed and roasted

1 lb orecchiette pasta, cooked according to package directions

4 Beyond Burger® patties (1 lb)

3 tbsp breadcrumbs

1 egg (or egg alternative, like the VeganEgg)

½ cup parmesan, divided (or vegan cheese of choice)

½ tsp red chili pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp olive oil

3 tbsp butter (or vegan butter)

2 sprigs of sage leaves

¼ cup vegetable broth

Salt and pepper to taste