Description
A creamy and comforting pumpkin Alfredo pasta dish perfect for fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, sauté minced garlic over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and nutmeg to the skillet; stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add cooked chicken or sausage for extra protein.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Alfredo, Pasta, Fall Recipes, Cozy Dinner