Indulge in a delightful fall-inspired dish with this creamy and flavorful pumpkin pasta recipe. Made with fresh ingredients and a touch of elegance, this dish is sure to impress any dinner guest. The creamy pumpkin sauce perfectly coats the al dente pasta for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened and lightly golden.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well coated with the pumpkin sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Stir until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
- Serve the classy pumpkin pasta hot, garnished with fresh parsley leaves.
Interesting Facts
Pumpkin is a great source of vitamin A and fiber.
This dish can be easily customized by adding cooked bacon or roasted vegetables.
The creamy pumpkin sauce can also be used as a base for other pasta dishes or soups.