A comforting fall dish with creamy cheese, pumpkin puree, and fresh sage, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Author:hbibamine1980
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces Pasta (Use your favorite type)
2 tablespoons Butter (High-quality variety)
2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
1 medium Shallots (Chopped)
1 cup Pumpkin Puree (Unflavored)
4 ounces Cream Cheese (Or Goat Cheese)
1 tablespoon Fresh Sage (Chopped)
2 tablespoons Chives (Chopped)
1/4 cup Toasted Pepitas
Kosher Salt, to taste
Fresh Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots, sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add the Pumpkin: Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Make It Creamy: Lower heat, add cream cheese and stir until melted. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
Season the Sauce: Add chopped sage and season with kosher salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss the drained pasta with the sauce until well coated, adding more pasta water if necessary.
Garnish and Serve: Top with toasted pepitas and chopped chives, then serve warm.
Notes
For a heartier meal, add cooked chicken or roasted vegetables, and feel free to experiment with different cheeses.