# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cubed
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for butternut squash)
03 - Salt and black pepper, to taste (for butternut squash)
04 - 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil (for Brussels sprouts)
06 - Salt and black pepper, to taste (for Brussels sprouts)
→ Pasta
07 - 8 ounces bow tie pasta (farfalle)
→ Proteins
08 - 12 ounces cooked smoked sausage (Cajun, andouille, or regular), sliced into coins
→ Sauce & Seasoning
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
10 - 5 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste (for sauce)
13 - ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - Fresh thyme leaves, for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Toss cubed butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on one baking sheet and roast for 15 to 20 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
03 - Toss halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on second baking sheet and roast for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crispy and browned.
04 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook bow tie pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
05 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned on both sides, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
06 - In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in butter and allow it to melt completely.
07 - Add cooked pasta to skillet and toss to coat with garlic butter. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Add reserved pasta water gradually to loosen the sauce if needed.
08 - Incorporate roasted butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, browned sausage, and fresh thyme leaves into the skillet. Gently toss until all ingredients are evenly combined and warmed through.
09 - Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired.
