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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Recipe

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Recipe for Cozy Fall Nights

This Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Recipe offers rich, warm flavors and comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic fresh is recommended
  • 1 cup vegetable broth can substitute with chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 cup milk dairy-free options include almond or cashew milk
For the Greens and Proteins
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage chopped
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan nutritional yeast can be used as a substitute
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts can omit for nut-free version
  • ¼ cup roasted pepitas can substitute with sunflower seeds

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by boiling salted water in a large pot, then add pasta and cook according to package directions, about 10-12 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden.
  3. Add 1 cup of pumpkin purée, 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of white wine vinegar, and 1 cup of vegetable broth to the saucepan. Whisk together and bring to a gentle simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped sage and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce, allowing to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  5. Remove from heat and fold in 2 cups of fresh spinach until wilted, ensuring it blends into the creamy sauce.
  6. Pour the creamy pumpkin sauce over the cooked pasta and toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
  7. Serve on plates and top with chopped walnuts, roasted pepitas, and extra Parmesan and sage leaves as garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust the amount of sage according to your taste. Be patient while simmering to achieve the perfect creamy consistency. Avoid overcooking the pasta.

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