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Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

Savor the Season with Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash Delight

Experience the delightful harmony of seasonal flavors in this Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners and festive gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium butternut squash cubed
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for roasting and coating
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta
For the Sausage
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage cajun, andouille, or regular
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. While the squash is roasting, trim and halve the Brussels sprouts, then toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-30 minutes until golden.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Slice the sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add 2 tablespoons of butter until melted. Stir in pasta and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  6. Combine roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and browned sausage with pasta in the skillet. Mix well and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be prepped in advance and stored in the fridge for easy meals throughout the week. Best enjoyed fresh but can also be reheated.

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