Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of butternut squash pasta with sausage, a delightful dish perfect for cozy evenings. The creamy, nutty sweetness of roasted butternut squash pairs beautifully with savory sausage and al dente pasta, creating a warm and inviting meal that will impress family and friends alike. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 cups cubed)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta (or any preferred shape)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cube the butternut squash and toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the squash on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender, stirring halfway.
- While the squash roasts, bring salted water to boil in a large pot. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and sliced sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in roasted butternut squash along with drained pasta, tossing gently while adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Fold in fresh spinach if using until wilted. Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg