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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta Recipe with Sausage

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A cozy and hearty pasta dish featuring creamy roasted butternut squash sauce and savory sausage, perfect for chilly evenings or festive fall dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 12 ounces pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape)
  • 8 ounces Italian sausage, crumbled (mild or spicy based on preference)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  3. While the squash is roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  4. In a large skillet, cook the crumbled sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Melt butter in the same skillet, then sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the roasted squash, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. Blend the mixture until smooth using a blender or food processor, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  6. Return the sauce to the skillet and stir in the cooked sausage. Toss the drained pasta in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Roasting the squash enhances its flavor and makes the sauce extra rich.’, ‘Thin the sauce with reserved pasta water if it seems too thick.’, ‘Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor.’, ‘For a spicier kick, opt for hot Italian sausage or add red pepper flakes.’, ‘Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.’]

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Keywords: butternut squash pasta, creamy pasta, sausage pasta, fall recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, roasted squash, pasta recipe

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