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Bowl of Butternut Squash and Sausage Stew with herbs

Butternut Squash & Sausage Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender butternut squash, savory sausage, and aromatic vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Section
  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 3 cups Butternut squash peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 1 medium Yellow onion chopped
  • 2 medium Carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 Celery stalks sliced
  • 3 Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 Diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) can, undrained
  • 3 cups Kale or spinach chopped
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp Dried sage
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 0.25 cup Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Cook and brown the sausage, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot; cook until softened. Stir in garlic, thyme, and sage, cooking for one more minute.
  3. Return sausage to the pot. Add squash, broth, and tomatoes. Simmer covered for 20-25 minutes until squash is tender.
  4. Stir in kale or spinach and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Season the stew with salt and pepper.
  5. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For richer flavor, use good quality broth. Adjust spices to your liking. This stew freezes well.