Description
Butternut Squash and Sausage Bake is a comforting dish that beautifully blends the sweet, nutty flavor of roasted butternut squash with savory Italian sausage. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, featuring vibrant colors and delightful textures that will warm your kitchen and your heart. With minimal prep time and hassle-free cooking, this bake transforms simple ingredients into a satisfying meal that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 medium red onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and crumbled (about 5-7 minutes).
- In the greased baking dish, combine the butternut squash, cooked sausage, chopped onion, minced garlic, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly and bake for 30-35 minutes until the squash is tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg