Description
Pumpkin Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This dish features a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with aromatic spices, enveloping your favorite pasta for a warm, cozy meal. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Get ready to impress your guests with this seasonal delight that’s rich in flavor and memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 6 fresh sage leaves (or 1 tsp dried sage)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3. Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; let simmer for about five minutes until heated through.
- 4. Add Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, and sage; stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce until fully coated.
- 6. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg