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Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: Your Cozy One-Skillet Delight

Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash is a flavorful one-skillet dish with roasted butternut squash, smoked sausage, and Brussels sprouts—a perfect fall recipe.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Dish
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with a neutral oil
  • 8 ounces Brussels Sprouts Trimmed and halved
  • 8 ounces Bow Tie Pasta Substitute with your favorite pasta shape
  • 12 ounces Smoked Sausage Options: andouille, cajun, or a vegetarian sausage
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Can use vegan butter for a dairy-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika for milder taste
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Or use dried thyme
For Serving
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Omit for vegan version
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread For serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Peel and cube the butternut squash into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming the ends and slicing them in half. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. After 10 minutes of roasting the squash, add Brussels sprouts to the oven and roast for an additional 20-30 minutes.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add bow tie pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Slice smoked sausage and brown in the skillet for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Lower heat and add minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes. Add butter to create a garlic butter sauce.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat. Incorporate roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and browned sausage. Stir in fresh thyme and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot, sprinkled with grated Parmesan cheese, alongside crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the dish with different greens or sausages to tailor it to your preferences. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

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