Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo
This creamy Pumpkin Alfredo pasta is a delicious twist on the classic alfredo sauce, perfect for the fall season. Combining the rich, creamy taste of traditional alfredo sauce with the subtle sweetness and earthiness of pumpkin, this dish brings a warm and comforting flavor to your pasta.
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Servings: 4 people
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Ingredients
- 250 g fettuccine, pappardelle, of your choice of pasta
- 1/4 cup butter we used salted
- 3 tablespoons fresh chopped sage
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup half and half cream
- 1 cup pumpkin puree canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once ready, drop the pasta in and cook until al dante (according to the pasta instructions, mine took 5 minutes). Remember to reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the chopped fresh sage and stir as the flavors infuse into the butter. Stir until the butter is brown. About 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and stir until the garlic begins to brown, this should take 2-3 minutes.
- Spoon the canned pumpkin into the skillet, along with the half and half cream and stir until it begins to thicken.
- Add the parmesan and the pasta water, but start small (I only needed a 1/4 cup of the pasta water). You can always add more if it's not thin enough.
- Finally toss the cooked pasta into the sauce with tongs and garnish with additional parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
Notes
For added protein serve this with prawns or chicken.
A block of parmesan is preferred. If you use shredded parmesan, keep in mind it may take longer to melt down due to the anti-caking agents.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 506kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 16gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 365mgPotassium: 416mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10248IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 252mgIron: 3mg
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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