Pumpkin Sauce for Pasta
Transform your pasta nights with this luxuriously creamy Pumpkin Sauce for Pasta, a fall-inspired recipe loaded with cozy flavors and a touch of elegance. Made with smooth pumpkin puree, aromatic garlic, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, this sauce is simmered to perfection with hints of nutmeg and fresh sage for a fragrant, earthy finish. Whether you choose chicken or vegetable broth, the sauce is velvety yet light, expertly clinging to every strand of pasta. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's the perfect choice for a quick, comforting meal that feels gourmet. Add an optional sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a gentle heat, and serve with extra Parmesan for an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive fall gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 12 ounces Cooked pasta of your choice
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
Add the pumpkin puree to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, stirring continuously to create a smooth mixture. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the heavy cream, making sure the mixture is well blended.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, ground nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes (if using). Continue stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of broth to reach the desired consistency.
Stir in the chopped fresh sage leaves and simmer for an additional 2 minutes to incorporate the flavors.
Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing gently to coat all the pasta evenly.
Serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.4 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.0 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 2812 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.8 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 593 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 970 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
