Description
Creamy pumpkin pasta is the ultimate fall comfort food, combining the rich flavors of pumpkin, garlic, and sage into a luxurious dish that’s perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. This easy recipe highlights seasonal ingredients and delivers a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet night in, this creamy pasta will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or light cream)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh sage, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; mix well until combined and warmed through.
- Add chopped sage and Parmesan cheese; stir until melted and creamy.
- Drain pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water. Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, adding reserved water as needed for desired creaminess.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute any root vegetable or herbs to customize the dish. A splash of balsamic vinegar can add an extra layer of flavor!