Creamy Parmesan Pumpkin Pasta: An Indulgent Fall Favorite
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this creamy parmesan pumpkin pasta, perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: pasta
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Add cooked fettuccine and parmesan cheese to the skillet; toss to combine and heat through.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This pasta pairs well with a side salad.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or sausage for added protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Pumpkin Pasta, Fall Pasta Recipe, Pumpkin Pasta