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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

Quick, creamy pumpkin pasta with sage and Parmesan, perfect for a 30-minute fall dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta fettuccine or penne
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh sage
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot for pasta
  • Mixing spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta until al dente.
  2. Sauté garlic in olive oil for 1 minute.
  3. Add pumpkin puree, cream, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Heat for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add pasta and toss to coat.
  5. Stir in Parmesan and fresh sage.
  6. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan.

Notes

Use fresh sage and al dente pasta for best flavor and texture.