Description
A rich and creamy pumpkin pasta dish that’s perfect for fall. This recipe combines sweet pumpkin with savory spices for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pumpkin pasta, creamy pasta, fall recipes, vegetarian pasta