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Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage and Spinach

Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage Joyfully Delicious

This Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage and Spinach combines warmth with savory Italian-American comfort food.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Farfalle Pasta Can substitute with penne or fusilli.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for cooking pasta.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Cube and roast.
  • 1 pound Sausage Mild or spicy; chicken sausage for lighter option.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Can substitute with kale or swiss chard.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter version, consider half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for vegan option.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cube the butternut squash and toss it with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the farfalle pasta and cook according to package instructions for about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add the crumbled sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Then, add the spinach and stir until wilted. Pour in the heavy cream and mix in the Parmesan cheese.
  5. Combine the roasted butternut squash and cooked farfalle pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing until well coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This creamy roasted butternut squash pasta is versatile; it can be made vegetarian by using mushrooms or chickpeas instead of sausage.

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