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Sausage Pasta Squash

Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is a cozy one-skillet fall dinner featuring roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, smoky sausage, and bow tie pasta tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly autumn evenings.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 340 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 225 g bow tie pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 340 g cooked smoked sausage (cajun, andouille, or regular smoked sausage)
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until tender.

2. Trim and halve Brussels sprouts. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 200°C for 20–30 minutes until caramelized.

3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bow tie pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.

4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice sausage into coins and cook until browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, cook minced garlic until fragrant. Add butter and melt. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.

6. Add roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, cooked sausage, and fresh thyme to the skillet. Gently toss everything together. Adjust seasoning and add a splash of pasta water if needed.

7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra thyme.

Notes

Roast vegetables on the same baking sheet if space allows.

If your skillet is small, combine ingredients in batches.

Swap butternut squash for sweet potatoes when out of season.

Add grated parmesan cheese on top for extra creaminess.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One-Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 730
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: 44 g
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: N/A
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: N/A