Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash
Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is a heartwarming dish that perfectly embodies the flavors of fall. This easy-to-make recipe features savory Italian sausage, sweet roasted butternut squash, and al dente pasta, making it a delightful meal for chilly evenings. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this colorful and flavorful dish is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 3 cups spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 medium-sized butternut squashes, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme or sage (or both)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Toss diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs; spread on the baking sheet.
- Roast squash for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced Italian sausage for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine roasted squash, cooked pasta, and sausage in the skillet; gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg