Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta
Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta is a comforting autumn dish that combines creamy pumpkin sauce with your favorite pasta for a delightful meal. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, offering rich flavors that warm your soul. With minimal prep time, you can enjoy a deliciously satisfying meal in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; mix well to combine.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; stir until melted and smooth.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve warm with additional Parmesan or crushed red pepper flakes as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For a vegan version, use coconut milk instead of heavy cream and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese. Feel free to add sautéed spinach or crispy bacon for extra flavor and texture.