Description
Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. With its rich blend of pumpkin, garlic, and Parmesan cheese enveloping perfectly cooked pasta, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a delightful culinary experience. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy nights in, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that combines nostalgia with modern flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and pumpkin puree; stir until warmed.
- Add minced garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. If too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve garnished with extra Parmesan and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg