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Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta: Indulgent Sausage & Spinach Delight

Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta with Sausage and Spinach
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A rich and creamy pasta dish combining the flavors of butternut squash, savory sausage, and fresh spinach for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound butternut squash
  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Dice the butternut squash and spread it on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  3. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  4. In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage until browned. Remove excess grease.
  5. Add the roasted butternut squash to the skillet and mix with the sausage.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, nutmeg, and cooked pasta. Mix until well combined.
  7. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with additional sausage if desired.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider using sage or thyme.
  • This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread.

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Keywords: Creamy Butternut Squash Pasta, Sausage Pasta, Spinach Pasta

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