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Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

A comforting, creamy pumpkin Alfredo pasta that blends rich flavors and hearty noodles, perfect for autumn nights.

Ingredients

  • Pasta (Fettuccine or Penne)
  • Pumpkin Puree
  • Heavy Cream
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Garlic
  • Nutmeg
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • Fresh Sage or Thyme (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Once it’s bubbling, toss in your pasta and cook until al dente, reserving about a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté the garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Create the sauce: Lower heat, whisk in pumpkin puree and heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper, stirring until creamy.
  4. Combine: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat.
  5. Taste and adjust: Adjust seasoning as needed, adding more nutmeg or cheese to suit your taste.
  6. Finish: Remove from heat and fold in fresh herbs if using.

Notes

Serve in wide bowls with extra Parmesan and black pepper on top; garnish with fried sage leaves for added flavor.

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Keywords: pumpkin pasta, creamy pasta, fall recipes, comfort food, vegetarian pasta