Description
Creamy Parmesan Pumpkin Pasta is a delightful fall dish that brings warmth and comfort to your dinner table. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy pasta recipe features a luscious pumpkin sauce made from canned pumpkin and heavy cream, combined with the richness of parmesan cheese. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family gathering, preparing a quick weeknight meal, or looking to impress guests, this creamy pasta is sure to be a hit. Its versatility allows you to add proteins like grilled chicken or Italian sausage, or enjoy it as a flavorful vegetarian option. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, Creamy Parmesan Pumpkin Pasta captures the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and sauté for one minute. Add heavy cream and whisk together along with salt, pepper, sage, nutmeg, and brown sugar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes before mixing in parmesan cheese.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with more parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 487
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg