Description
Delight in the flavors of autumn with this comforting and hearty Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash. This dish combines tender butternut squash, savory Italian sausage, and perfectly cooked pasta, all enveloped in a rich, aromatic sauce. It’s an ideal meal for chilly evenings, bringing warmth and joy to your table. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a fall favorite you’ll want to share with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs)
- 1 lb sweet or spicy Italian sausage
- 8 oz spaghetti or penne pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Halve the butternut squash lengthwise, scoop out seeds, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place cut-side down on the baking sheet.
- Roast the squash for 30-35 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- While the squash roasts, cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced sausage until cooked through; add minced garlic during the last couple of minutes.
- Once roasted, scoop out the squash flesh into a bowl and mash lightly. Combine it with pasta and sausage mixture; mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg