Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Velvety Pumpkin Pasta. This creamy dish combines pumpkin puree and Parmesan cheese with your favorite pasta to create a silky, rich sauce that satisfies your cravings. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and will leave you and your loved ones asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3. Create the Sauce: Stir in pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, and heavy cream until smooth.
- 4. Add Seasonings: Mix in Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; cook over low heat until creamy.
- 5. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- 6. Serve: Transfer to plates or bowls and top with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg