Description
Pumpkin pasta is the perfect blend of sweet and savory with a creamy, earthy pumpkin base that’s easy to customize for any diet or occasion.
Ingredients
12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
1 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup pumpkin purée
1½ cups vegetable broth
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: browned butter, crispy sage, fresh herbs
Instructions
1. Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and stir until fragrant—about 1 minute.
3. Add pumpkin purée, broth, and nutmeg. Stir thoroughly until the sauce simmers.
4. Mix in parmesan cheese. Stir till melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
5. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet. Coat evenly and let it simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.
7. Serve warm with additional cheese or herbs on top.
Notes
Add grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or mushrooms for variety.
Pumpkin pairs beautifully with herbs like thyme or rosemary.
To reheat, add broth to revive the creamy texture.
Stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pumpkin pasta, fall pasta, creamy pasta, vegetarian, easy pasta recipe