Description
Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is a heartwarming dish that combines perfectly roasted butternut squash, savory Italian sausage, and tender pasta. This vibrant meal is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s also packed with flavor, making it perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. With its delightful aroma and comforting taste, each bite feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 5 fresh sage leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage, cooking until browned; then stir in minced garlic.
- Add spinach and sage to the sausage mixture; cook until spinach wilts (about 2-3 minutes).
- Combine drained pasta, roasted squash, and sausage mixture in a bowl. Top with grated Parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg