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Hearty Cozy Autumn Dinner: Sausage, Pasta, Brussels Sprouts Delight

Hearty Cozy Autumn Dinner: Savory Sausage Pasta Delight

Enjoy a Hearty Cozy Autumn Dinner with this Savory Sausage Pasta Delight, featuring Italian sausage, pasta, and Brussels sprouts in a warming dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage
  • 16 ounces Italian Sausage Substitute with chicken or turkey sausage for lighter options.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Use any pasta shape you prefer.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts Can replace with green beans or kale.
  • 1 cup Butternut Squash Substitute with sweet potatoes or carrots.
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider avocado oil for a unique twist.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable.
For Binding
  • 1/2 cup Pasta Water Reserve before draining pasta.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve the Brussels sprouts and cube the butternut squash. Toss them with olive oil and minced garlic.
  3. Spread the seasoned vegetables onto a lined baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the Italian sausage for 5-7 minutes until fully cooked and browned.
  5. Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted veggies, cooked sausage, and pasta. Add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Optional: Top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Consider fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor. Leftovers can be transformed into soups or casseroles.