Description
This Easy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce combines creamy flavors with the warm notes of pumpkin for a delightful pasta dish that’s perfect for any season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream at room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- Fresh sage chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan, kosher salt, black pepper, ground nutmeg, and pumpkin puree. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the pumpkin sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh sage if desired.
Notes
For a nuttier flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan. You can substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Easy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce,Pasta,Pumpkin,Quick Sauces,Comfort Food