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Peel and remove the seeds from the butternut squash. Dice the butternut squash in roughly even-sized pieces. Toss it in olive oil and salt. Roast at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-35 minutes, until caramelized.
Boil salted water for farfalle pasta. Cook until the farfalle is al dente according to the box instructions. Hold back some pasta water for creating sauce later on.
Brown sausage in a pan. Once the sausage is fully cooked, add in diced shallots and garlic, diced fresh sage (approx. 5-6 leaves), and 3 finely chopped sprigs of thyme. Sautee for an additional 3-5 minutes.
In a separate pan, let five tablespoons of butter melt over medium/low heat until it turns light brown and has a nutty flavor. Once it is light brown, add walnuts into the pan and toast them for 2-3 minutes. Then, add approximately ½ cup of starchy pasta water into the butter mixture.
Once your pasta is drained, mix all ingredients together in a large pot. Pasta, caramelized squash, sausage mixture, brown butter sauce, and your crumbled goat cheese. Stir it all together to create a creamy, tangy, and nutty sauce.
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry fresh sage leaves in the oil for 10-15 seconds on each side. Salt the leaves after removing them from the oil. Garnish the fried sage leaves onto the top of your dish. Although this isn't required - it is 100% worth the extra work. Serve and enjoy!
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Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Dried herbs can be used in a pinch, but fresh will give a more vibrant taste.
Reserve more pasta water than you think you'll need. It can help adjust the sauce consistency later. If you need a thinner sauce when mixing everything together, add some additional pasta water.
Try swapping the Italian sausage with hot Italian sausage for a slightly spicy flavor that will pair beautifully with the sweetness of the squash.
Can I use a different type of pasta?
Yes, you can substitute farfalle with any pasta shape you prefer.
How do I know when the butter is browned?
The butter will turn a light brown color and have a slightly nutty aroma when it's ready.
Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, you can omit the sausage or replace it with a plant-based alternative.
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