Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

A colorful and hearty dish featuring roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, savory sausage, and bow tie pasta, perfect for fall dinners.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Keyword: Fall Recipe, Pasta, Sausage, Squash, Vegetables

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 50

Total Time: 1 10

Servings: servings

Calories: 450kcal

Ingredients

Vegetables

3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
340 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
5 cloves garlic, minced

Pasta and Protein

225 g bow tie pasta
340 g cooked smoked sausage (Cajun, Andouille, or regular) Can choose different types for varied flavors.

Seasoning and Garnish

1 tablespoon olive oil Plus additional for Brussels sprouts and pasta
2 tablespoons butter
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 200°C (about 400°F).
In a bowl, combine cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes.
Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts, and place them in another bowl with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss and spread on a separate baking sheet to roast for 20-30 minutes.
Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Cook bow tie pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Slice the sausage into coins and cook until browned. Remove from skillet.
In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add butter and let it melt.

Combining and Serving

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss with butter and garlic. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
Mix in roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, cooked sausage, and fresh thyme. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh thyme.

Notes

For variations, add spinach, kale, or mushrooms. For a spicy kick, opt for Italian sausage or red pepper flakes. To make it vegan, use plant-based sausage and vegan butter.

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