Go Back
Sausage Pasta Squash

Sausage Pasta Squash: A Cozy Fall Dish to Warm Your Heart

A comforting Sausage Pasta Squash recipe blending savory sausage and roasted butternut squash, perfect for a quick autumn dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 medium butternut squash cubed
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts halved
  • 8 ounces bow tie pasta cooked al dente
For the Sauce and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter can be omitted for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or other fresh herbs
For the Protein
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage sliced

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
  3. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, arrange on a separate baking sheet, and roast for 20-30 minutes until crispy.
  4. Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook bow tie pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water and drain.
  5. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté sliced smoked sausage until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate when done.
  6. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant for about 30 seconds. Add butter and let it melt.
  7. Return cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat with garlic butter, and add roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and crispy sausage. Mix everything together for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves over the dish before serving. Enjoy your Sausage Pasta Squash hot!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze portions for up to 3 months.