Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce from Everyday Food
Experience the cozy, autumnal comfort of Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce from Everyday Food, a perfect dinner option that's quick, easy, and bursting with flavor. This decadent recipe features al dente pasta enveloped in a luscious, velvety sauce made from canned pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and a splash of broth, creating a rich base accented by fragrant garlic, a hint of nutmeg, and salty Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is an ideal weeknight meal that offers gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Garnish with fresh parsley or sage for a vibrant, herbaceous finish, and serve up this creamy pumpkin pasta as a satisfying, comforting feast for fall or any season.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0 to taste Salt
- 0 to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or sage, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Step 3
Stir in the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and chicken or vegetable broth. Mix well to combine.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Step 5
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and ground nutmeg. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 6
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly in the creamy pumpkin sauce.
Step 7
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or sage, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1195.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2082.4 |
| Total Fat 142.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g | |
| Cholesterol 324.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4700.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.2g | |
| Protein 56.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1010.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 772.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories