Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite
Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is a delightful dish that perfectly embodies the flavors of fall. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. The sweetness of roasted butternut squash pairs beautifully with hearty smoked sausage and tender Brussels sprouts, all enveloped in a rich garlic butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 340 g Brussels sprouts, halved
- 225 g bow tie pasta
- 340 g cooked smoked sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare Brussels sprouts in the same manner; roast for 20-30 minutes.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, sauté sliced sausage until browned; remove from skillet.
- Add garlic to the skillet, followed by butter; then toss in pasta.
- Mix in roasted vegetables and sausage; season to taste with smoked paprika.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg