Description
Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta is the epitome of comfort food, combining rich pumpkin puree with garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan for a luscious sauce that envelops every bite of fettuccine. Perfect for chilly evenings or intimate gatherings, this dish offers a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors, making it an irresistible choice for any pasta lover. Quick to prepare and simple to make, it guarantees satisfaction without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
- 1. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (about 9 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- 3. Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; mix until smooth and simmer gently.
- 4. Add parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- 5. Toss cooked pasta in the creamy sauce until well coated.
- 6. Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating sautéed spinach or swapping pumpkin puree for butternut squash. To keep leftovers creamy, add a splash of milk or cream when reheating.