Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite
Discover the warmth of autumn with our Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite. This delightful one-skillet dish harmoniously blends roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with flavorful smoked sausage, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce. Perfect for busy fall nights, this recipe shines with seasonal ingredients while being quick to prepare, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy a comforting meal that brings everyone together around the table and fills your home with inviting aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Autumn
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cubed
- 340 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 225 g bow tie pasta
- 340 g cooked smoked sausage (cajun or regular)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Similarly, roast Brussels sprouts tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook bow tie pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and reserve some water.
- In a skillet, sauté sliced sausage until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, cook minced garlic in butter until fragrant. Add pasta, seasonings, and toss well.
- Combine roasted vegetables and sausage in the skillet; mix gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg