Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with our delightful Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta, a creamy dish that combines the rich taste of pumpkin with a classic Alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic in a little olive oil until fragrant.
- Add the pumpkin puree and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining the fettuccine.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or additional parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Always opt for fresh 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: 400
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: pumpkin, pasta, Alfredo, creamy, comfort food