Cheesy Butternut Squash Penne With Italian Sausage

Name: Cheesy Butternut Squash Penne With Italian Sausage #Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white onion, chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 6 large garlic cloves, roasted and mashed; 1 ½ cups butternut squash, cooked and mashed (frozen or fresh); 2 (16 ounce) jars Ragu Pasta Sauce (cheesy parmesan pasta sauce with roasted garlic); 2 teaspoons dried basil; 2 teaspoons white pepper; 8 ounces goat cheese; 12 ounces penne pasta, slightly undercooked; 2 cups shredded Italian cheese, divided; 1 lb Italian sausage; ½ cup grated parmesan cheese; ½ cup garlic and herb breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Servings: persons

1 cup white onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 large garlic cloves, roasted and mashed
1 ½ cups butternut squash, cooked and mashed (frozen or fresh)
2 (16 ounce) jars Ragu Pasta Sauce (cheesy parmesan pasta sauce with roasted garlic)
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons white pepper
8 ounces goat cheese
12 ounces penne pasta, slightly undercooked
2 cups shredded Italian cheese, divided
1 lb Italian sausage
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
½ cup garlic and herb breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
In large skillet over medium heat, saute the onion in the olive oil until transparent (7-10 minutes).
3
Add mashed roasted garlic and mix until garlic is incorporated throughout the onions.
4
Turn off heat.
5
Add butternut squash, Ragu Roasted Garlic Parmesan Sauce, basil, white pepper, goat cheese, pasta and 1 cup Italian cheeses.
6
Mix well and transfer to 13 x 9 baking dish.
7
Wipe out skillet.
8
Remove sausage from its casings and cook in skillet over medium medium high heat until cooked through and crumbly (break up sausage into small pieces as you are cooking).
9
Drain and add to butternut/alfredo mixture.
10
Stir the entire mixture well.
11
Combine Parmesan Cheese, bread crumbs and butter.
12
Sprinkle top of casserole with 1 cup Italian Cheese followed by the cheese/bread crumb mixture.
13
Bake until light brown on top and bubbly (30-45 minutes).
14
Freezes well before or after cooking.

2022

kcal

Calories

125

Fat

166

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup white onion, chopped, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 6 large garlic cloves, roasted and mashed, 1 ½ cups butternut squash, cooked and mashed (frozen or fresh), and more.

Yes, Cheesy Butternut Squash Penne With Italian Sausage #Ragu falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Butternut Squash Penne With Italian Sausage #Ragu

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Variations & substitutions

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