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Autumn Harvest Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta: Your Cozy Autumn Comfort Food

Enjoy this Autumn Harvest Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta, a delightful vegetarian dish that combines rich pumpkin and silky Alfredo sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine Classic choice holding creamy sauce well
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree 100% pure for best flavor
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream High-fat for richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced for best flavor
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated melts better
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adds warmth and complexity
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon Pairs well with pumpkin
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor
  • to taste Pepper Enhances flavor
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Sage For a pop of color
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Optional for crunch

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream, heating through for 3-5 minutes until thickened slightly.
  4. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, and cinnamon. If too thick, add reserved pasta water to desired consistency.
  5. Add drained fettuccine to the sauce and toss gently, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve garnished with parsley or sage, adding pumpkin seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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