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Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: A Cozy Fall Dinner Delight

Enjoy a warm, comforting Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash with smoked sausage, butternut squash, and bow tie pasta in a garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Bow Tie Pasta Feel free to swap with penne or fusilli.
For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Acorn squash or sweet potatoes can be substitutes.
  • 2 cups Brussels Sprouts Can swap with green beans or broccoli.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can use canola or grapeseed oil.
For the Flavor
  • 12 oz Cooked Smoked Sausage Consider Cajun, andouille, or vegetarian sausage.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Avoid overcooking to prevent bitterness.
  • 4 tbsp Butter Use plant-based butter for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Optional for a milder taste.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Use dried thyme if fresh isn’t available.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Prepare Brussels sprouts by halving them and tossing with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-30 minutes until crispy.
  4. Cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice the smoked sausage and brown it.
  6. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet until fragrant and then add butter, letting it melt.
  7. Combine the cooked pasta with the sautéed garlic and butter mix, seasoning with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  8. Fold in the roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, browned sausage, and fresh thyme until fully combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving for extra flavor.

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