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Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: A Cozy Fall Dinner Delight

This Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash recipe blends roasted butternut squash with smoked sausage in a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a cozy fall dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 8 ounces Bow Tie Pasta Consider gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Be sure not to overcook to keep it aromatic.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be swapped with a non-dairy option if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Omit if unavailable.
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Swap with acorn squash or sweet potatoes as desired.
  • 1 cup Brussels Sprouts Green beans or broccoli can be used as alternatives.
For the Protein
  • 12 ounces Smoked Sausage Try Cajun or andouille for a spicy kick.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used if fresh isn't on hand.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Prepare your vegetables while the oven heats.
  2. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts, add them to the baking sheet after 10 minutes of roasting the squash.
  4. Bring salted water to a boil and cook bow tie pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add sliced smoked sausage, and brown for 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet.
  6. Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in butter.
  7. Add drained pasta to the skillet with garlic butter, season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  8. Fold in roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and brown sausage, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 6gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish blends all the comforting flavors of fall into one satisfying meal, making it perfect for family gatherings.

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