Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of autumn with this comforting dish that combines creamy Alfredo sauce with warm, earthy pumpkin, making it the perfect fall meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: recipes
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: pumpkin, pasta, Alfredo, fall, comfort food