PUMPKIN ALFREDO PASTA
Pumpkin isn't reserved solely for sweet treats; it's a star player in savory dishes too, as demonstrated by our luscious Pumpkin Pasta! The harmonious combination of brown butter and sage beautifully complements the comforting, earthy notes of pumpkin, crafting a quintessential autumn pasta sensation that's sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 220 g pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 pumpkin purée can
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- Sprinkle of chili flakes optional
Instructions
- Begin by bringing a generously salted pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and follow the instructions on the package for cooking time. Before draining, remember to save at least 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
- In a saucepan, add the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add in the minced garlic and let it simmer until fragrant.
- Add in the pumpkin purée and give it a good mix.
- Add in the heavy cream and mix well till combined. Season with pepper, salt, garlic powder and onion powder. Let it simmer for a bit.
- Lower the heat and add the Parmesan cheese and mix.
- Now add in the cooked pasta, along with the pasta water and mix until incorporated.
- Feel free to add another touch of Parmesan on top and some chili flakes!