How To Make Butternut Squash, Sausage, Spinach & Mushroom Pasta Bake
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups butternut squash, cubed
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
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Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.
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Add the butternut squash, mushrooms, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until the squash is tender.
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Stir in the baby spinach and cooked penne pasta, mixing well to combine.
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Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 540kcal
- Total Fat : 30g
- Saturated Fat : 10g
- Cholesterol : 75mg
- Sodium : 850mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 45g
- Dietary Fiber : 6g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 24g
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