Description
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. This delightful dish combines al dente pasta with a rich, velvety pumpkin sauce infused with roasted garlic and fragrant spices. Finished with freshly grated Parmesan and aromatic sage, it’s not just a meal—it’s a warm embrace on a chilly day. Perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions, this creamy pasta is sure to become your new fall favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 6 fresh sage leaves (or 1 tsp dried sage)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the canned pumpkin and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and fresh sage. Cook until fragrant.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing gently until well-coated.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg