Description
Indulge in the warmth of Super Easy Butternut Squash Sausage Casserole, a delightful blend of sweet butternut squash and savory sausage, topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for chilly evenings or gathering with friends, this casserole is not only comforting but also packed with flavor. With minimal prep time and maximum satisfaction, it’s a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 lb Italian sausage (or preferred variety)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart until browned and fully cooked (6-8 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted squash, sausage mixture, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg