Winter Squash and Sausage Penne Recipe

Name: Winter Squash and Sausage Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb uncooked penne pasta; 2 Italian sausages, casings removed; 1 cup chopped sweet onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons olive oil; ⅔ cup white wine; 2 bay leaves; 1 ½ cups chicken broth; 1 -1 ½ cup pureed cooked winter squash (equal to one small or one half large acorn or butternut squash, you can also use canned pumpkin); 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage, divided; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 dash ground nutmeg; ¼ cup half-and-half cream; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup shredded romano cheese

Servings: persons

12 lb uncooked penne pasta
2 Italian sausages, casings removed
1 cup chopped sweet onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
⅔ cup white wine
2 bay leaves
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 -1 ½ cup pureed cooked winter squash (equal to one small or one half large acorn or butternut squash, you can also use canned pumpkin)
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage, divided
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 dash ground nutmeg
¼ cup half-and-half cream
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup shredded romano cheese

1
Cook pasta according to the package directions.
2
In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat.
3
Drain, reserving 2 teaspoons of the drippings, and set aside.
4
Reduce heat to medium.
5
In the same skillet, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil and the reserved drippings until the onions just begin to brown.
6
Add the wine and bay leaves, bringing the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then turning the heat to medium-low and simmering until reduced by half.
7
Stir in the chicken broth, the winter squash, half of the sage, and the cinnamon and nutmeg.
8
Continue to simmer over low heat for 2 or 3 minutes.
9
Add the half and half, salt and pepper, and transfer the sauce to a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
10
Return sauce to the skillet and stir in the sausage and pasta.
11
Cook and stir over low heat until heated through.
12
Before serving, sprinkle with Romano cheese and the remaining sage.

5398

kcal

Calories

Fat

1030

Carbs

210

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb uncooked penne pasta, 2 Italian sausages, casings removed, 1 cup chopped sweet onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Winter Squash and Sausage Penne 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!

Winter Squash and Sausage Penne

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