Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: A Cozy Comfort Meal
A comforting and delicious pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of sausage and squash, perfect for autumn.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
- 12 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sage
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Add the cubed butternut squash and cook until tender.
- Stir in the sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sausage and squash mixture.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute spinach for a green vegetable.
- This dish can be made with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
Keywords: Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash