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Sausage Pasta Squash

Sausage Pasta Squash: Cozy Fall Comfort in 25 Minutes

Sausage Pasta Squash is a warm and comforting fall dish combining sweet butternut squash, hearty sausage, and vibrant Brussels sprouts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash peeled and cubed
  • 8 oz Bow Tie Pasta or any pasta shape
  • 2 cups Brussels Sprouts trimmed and halved
For the Sausage and Flavor
  • 12 oz Cooked Smoked Sausage sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 tsp Fresh Thyme or dried thyme
For Richness
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Butter or vegan butter

Equipment

  • oven
  • large bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F). Peel and cube the butternut squash, then toss in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming and halving. Place on a separate baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast for 20-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain, reserving about a cup of the pasta water.
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, add sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
  5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add butter, letting it melt to create a rich sauce.
  6. Add cooked pasta, sausage, roasted butternut squash, roasted Brussels sprouts, smoked paprika, and thyme to the skillet. Toss gently for 2-3 minutes, adding reserved pasta water if needed for creaminess.
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve warm, garnished with extra thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different sausages or vegetables. Roasted veggies can be stored separately for easy reheating.

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