Penne with Butternut Squash, Kale, Lightlife Plant-Based Italian Sausage, and Crispy Sage

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil on med heat. Add sage, stir to coat, and cook for 4-6 minutes until sage is crispy. Stir to prevent burning. Set aside on a paper towel.
2. In the same pan, add the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil on med heat. Add garlic, onion and squash. Season w/ salt, and cook for 10 min, stirring occasionally.
3. Boil water in a medium pot for the pasta. Prepare pasta according to package and drain, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
4. Add kale and veg broth to the pan w/squash. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to med heat. Cover & cook for 10-15 minutes until liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally. Reduce to low to keep warm.
5. While vegetables continue cooking, prepare sausages according to package. Slice and set aside.
6. Add ½ cup reserved pasta water to squash mixture. Stir on med heat until liquid has absorbed. Add in the pasta and the sausage, and season with more salt. Mix until pasta is evenly coated. Top with sage.