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Cozy Homemade Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

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A rich and creamy pumpkin pasta sauce that brings warm, autumnal flavors to your dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin purée
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 oz pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed)
  • Chopped fresh sage or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and add the pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in canned pumpkin purée, heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, ground nutmeg, and optional red pepper flakes.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to combine. Stir in reserved pasta water as needed for desired creaminess.
  8. Warm through for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh sage or parsley before serving.

Notes

Feel free to use a lighter cream option or a dairy-free alternative to suit dietary preferences.

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