Roasted Squash & Sausage Pasta Skillet
This cozy, one-skillet meal is packed with flavor, plus roasted squash (skin and all – trust me, it’s amazing)! 😋 Super easy to make and perfect for weeknights when you want something delicious but don’t want to spend all night cooking.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces spicy or regular Italian sausage
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 20 ounces Trader joe's Cut Delicata Squash
- 1 1/4 cup pasta uncooked (I’m using Bucati macaroni noodles)
- 3 cups water (or broth)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 cups packed spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Optional: half n half or milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F . Toss pre-cut squash with olive oil and garlic powder, then spread it on a baking sheet. Roast for 45 minutes or until golden and tender.
- While the squash is roasting, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add your sausage of choice (I used spicy Italian chicken sausage) and cook until browned.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to soften.
- Stir in your seasonings and uncooked pasta, making sure everything is well combined.
- Pour in enough water or broth to cover the pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with a lid and simmer until the pasta is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pasta is done, stir in a bit of butter and cream if you'd like extra richness. Personally, I think it’s delicious even without it!
- Add your grated parmesan and fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted.
- Don’t forget the squash! Once your squash is roasted, top the pasta with it. Yes, you can eat it with the skin – it’s so good!
- Grate fresh parmesan over the dish and serve hot. Enjoy!
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