Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash
Embrace the flavors of fall with this comforting Delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash. Featuring savory Italian sausage, sweet roasted butternut squash, and vibrant spinach, this dish is a perfect blend of hearty and wholesome ingredients. It’s an easy recipe that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, promising to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 3 cups butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- 3. Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook penne according to package instructions until al dente; drain, reserving some pasta water.
- 4. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook crumbled sausage until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté until fragrant.
- 5. Combine roasted squash and cooked pasta with the sausage mixture. Gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 6. Fold in fresh spinach until wilted, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg