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Creamy Rigatoni with Butternut Squash and Spicy Sausage Recipe

A comforting pasta dish featuring creamy sauce, roasted butternut squash, and spicy sausage, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 620

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 12 oz rigatoni
  • 2 cups butternut squash, diced peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting squash
Sausage and Sauce
  • 1 lb spicy Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated plus more for serving
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Method
 

Roast Butternut Squash
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until tender.
Cook Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rigatoni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare Sausage and Sauce
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, add the spicy sausage. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, and parmesan cheese to the skillet. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked rigatoni and roasted butternut squash to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Serve garnished with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

For a milder flavor, use sweet Italian sausage instead of spicy.

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