Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage and Spinach
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage and Spinach, a delightful dish that captures the essence of autumn. This easy-to-make pasta recipe is not only visually appealing with its vibrant colors but also rich in nutrients, thanks to the inclusion of roasted butternut squash and spinach.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ lb crumbled sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 oz spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream (or plant-based cream)
- ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 8 oz farfalle pasta
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender.
- While roasting, boil salted water in a large pot. Cook farfalle pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumbled sausage. Cook until browned, then stir in minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Add roasted squash and spinach to the skillet; pour in heavy cream and mix until spinach wilts down. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked farfalle with the creamy mixture in the skillet; toss well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg