One-Pan Butternut Squash Sausage Pasta Bake
A delicious and easy meal combining butternut squash and Italian sausage, all made in one pan for less cleanup.
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 50 minutes mins
Course main
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal
Butternut Squash
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 12 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Peel and dice the butternut squash into small cubes and set aside.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced butternut squash and sauté for about 5 minutes until it starts to soften. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in cooked penne pasta, vegetable broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat, sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, and bake in a preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve.
Calories: 550kcalProtein: 25gSodium: 800mg
Keyword bake, butternut squash, pasta