Sausage & Butternut Squash Pasta

Step 1

In a pot of salted, boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve a ladle of water before draining the pasta. Set aside.

Step 2

As the pasta cooks, cut the sausage lengthwise & peel off the casing. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage & brown for 4-5 min while breaking up the meat into small pieces. When the sausage is cooked, use a slotted spoon to transfer the meat to a bowl, leaving some oil in the pan.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the butternut squash. Season with salt, pepper & any other seasonings you love, like garlic powder, onion powder & crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until evenly coated in the oils. Cook for 10-15 more min, until cooked through & tender.

Step 4

Grate in the garlic, stir to combine & cook for 1-2 min. Reduce the heat to low & stir in the spinach. Add a splash of reserved pasta water. Mix it all together & cover the pot. Steam until the spinach is wilted.

Step 5

Uncover the pot & stir. Add the pasta & sausage to the pot, along with the grated parmesan. Toss it all together, then season to taste with salt & pepper. Serve & enjoy!