Description
A creamy and comforting pumpkin pasta dish that combines hearty flavors and nutritious ingredients for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sage, dried or fresh
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can beans (cannellini or chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 2 cups greens (spinach or kale)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sage, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and vegetable broth.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add salt, pepper, beans, and greens, and cook until greens are wilted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the pumpkin sauce, tossing to coat.
- Serve hot, topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
For a creamier sauce, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese. This pasta pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg