Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash: An Amazing 25-Minute Fall Delight
Enjoy the flavors of fall with this quick and delicious Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash dish that can be made in just 25 minutes.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or your preference)
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the butternut squash and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese. Toss everything together to combine and heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based sausage.
- Feel free to add sautéed spinach or kale for extra greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Autumn Sausage Pasta, Fall Recipes, Quick Dinner