Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring the flavors of pumpkin, garlic, and a hint of sage. Perfect for a cozy autumn meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound pasta such as penne or rotini
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon dried sage
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, vegetable broth, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta to the simmering sauce and cook according to package directions, or until al dente, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken as the pasta cooks.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh sage if desired.
Notes
This recipe is easily adaptable. You can add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra vegetables. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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