Autumn Dinner with Sausage, Pasta, Brussels Sprouts, and Butternut Squash
Experience the warmth of fall with this cozy Autumn Dinner featuring Sausage, Pasta, Brussels Sprouts, and Butternut Squash. Perfect for chilly evenings, this dish elegantly combines roasted seasonal vegetables, hearty smoked sausage, and bow tie pasta into a comforting meal that’s ideal for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. The vibrant flavors of butternut squash and Brussels sprouts harmoniously meld with the smokiness of the sausage, making each bite a delightful experience. Easy to prepare with versatile ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups butternut squash (peeled, seeded, cubed)
- 12 oz Brussels sprouts
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 12 oz cooked smoked sausage (cajun or andouille)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for Brussels sprouts)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for pasta)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (to taste)
- Fresh thyme (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast on a baking sheet for 25 minutes.
- Prepare Brussels sprouts by halving them and tossing in olive oil; add to the oven after 15 minutes with the squash.
- Cook bow tie pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a pot over medium heat, sauté garlic in butter before adding sausage and roasted veggies.
- Combine everything in the pot with drained pasta; adjust seasoning with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg