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Autumn Dinner with Sausage, Pasta, Brussels Sprouts, and Butternut Squash

Hearty one-pan skillet dinner combining Italian sausage, bow-tie pasta, caramelized Brussels sprouts, and butternut squash in a rich, gooey sauce perfect for fall evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Autumn, Italian
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage sliced
  • 12 oz bow-tie pasta
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts halved
  • 2 cups butternut squash cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the sliced Italian sausage until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. Add the halved Brussels sprouts and cubed butternut squash to the skillet, cooking for 8-10 minutes until vegetables begin to caramelize and soften.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the bow-tie pasta, stirring to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer covered for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar, and thyme, mixing until the sauce becomes thick and gooey.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving immediately.
  8. Allow the dish to rest for 2-3 minutes to let the sauce fully thicken before plating individual servings.

Notes

For extra richness, add a splash of white wine when cooking the vegetables. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with additional broth if needed to restore sauce consistency.