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Autumn Sausage Pasta Squash

A hearty and comforting dish featuring roasted butternut squash, smoky sausage, and Brussels sprouts, perfect for cozy fall evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Vegetables
  • 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for butternut squash
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 340 g Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for Brussels sprouts
For the Pasta and Sausage
  • 225 g bow tie pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking sausage
  • 340 g cooked smoked sausage (cajun, andouille, or regular smoked sausage) sliced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika for added flavor
For Serving
  • Fresh thyme leaves for garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Toss the cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 15 to 20 minutes until tender.
  3. Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts, toss with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Spread on another baking sheet and roast for about 20 to 30 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned on both sides, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Add 2 tablespoons of butter and let it melt.
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat well. Season with salt, pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika.
  4. Add the roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and cooked sausage back to the skillet. Toss everything gently to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed, and stir in fresh thyme leaves.

Notes

Serve warm, garnished with extra thyme or grated cheese. Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 to 4 days or freeze for 2 to 3 months. Can be served with a side salad and crusty bread.