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Autumn Dinner with Sausage, Pasta, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Garlic Butter Sauce


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A hearty autumn-inspired dish featuring sausage, pasta, and seasonal vegetables in a flavorful garlic butter sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
  • 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the sliced sausage over medium heat until browned; remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the butternut squash and Brussels sprouts; sauté for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. Add minced garlic and butter to the skillet; stir until the butter melts and garlic is fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and return the sausage to the skillet; simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the sauce; mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based alternatives.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Fat: 35g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Protein: 25g