Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite
Warm up your autumn evenings with this delightful Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Amazing 25-Min Fall Favorite. This comforting dish pairs roasted butternut squash and Brussels sprouts with hearty chicken or turkey sausage, all tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, it’s not just a meal but a celebration of fall. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or casual get-togethers, this one-skillet wonder comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy the blend of seasonal ingredients that feels like a warm hug on a chilly evening.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 340 g Brussels sprouts, halved
- 225 g bow tie pasta
- 340 g cooked chicken or turkey sausage
- 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. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper; spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast for about 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add sliced sausage and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant; add butter to create a rich sauce. Stir in cooked pasta along with reserved water.
- Combine roasted veggies and sausage into the skillet; gently mix well and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg