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Autumn Dinner with Sausage and Pasta

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A warm and hearty meal with sausage, pasta, Brussels sprouts, and butternut squash, finished with a rich garlic butter sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb sausage (Italian or your choice) Use your favorite type for a personal touch.
  • 8 oz pasta (farfalle or penne recommended) Feel free to switch to a gluten-free option.
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved Fresh Brussels sprouts work great.
  • 2 cups butternut squash, diced Roast until tender for the best flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Top with cheese if desired.
  • to taste Fresh herbs (such as thyme or parsley, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Spread the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet and sauté until tender and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Once the butternut squash is roasted, combine it with the pasta, sausage, and Brussels sprouts in the skillet. Toss everything together.
  2. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
  3. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just warm it up in a skillet or microwave. You can prepare the components separately and combine them just before serving for a fresh meal.
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