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Butternut Squash Pasta Sausage

Indulgent Butternut Squash Pasta Sausage for Cozy Nights

Indulge in creamy butternut squash pasta with sausage, a perfect dish for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta (Penne, Rigatoni, Farfalle) Choose shapes that hold sauce well for maximum flavor absorption.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Adds natural sweetness and creamy texture.
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Provides savory depth; can use chicken or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adds aromatic base flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced garlic is best for a fragrant finish.
  • 1 cup Dry White Wine Gives acidity and depth; non-alcoholic alternative is broth.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Contributes moisture and acidity.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a rich, creamy sauce.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for cooking and roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage Provides earthy herbal notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Provides earthy herbal notes.
  • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional heat.
  • 1 to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Garnish
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Adds a burst of color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss peeled and cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
  2. In a skillet, cook sliced Italian sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped yellow onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic for 1 minute.
  4. Deglaze skillet with dry white wine, scraping up brown bits. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, dried sage, and thyme to the skillet. Simmer to meld flavors.
  6. Cover and simmer sauce for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
  7. Stir in reserved sausage and roasted butternut squash. Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, adjusting seasoning.
  8. Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions; reserve pasta water before draining.
  9. Combine cooked pasta with sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Toss thoroughly.
  10. Serve garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and makes great leftovers. Can be customized with different sausages and vegetables.

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