Description
Creamy Parmesan Pumpkin Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that encapsulates the warmth of fall in every delicious bite. This decadent dish features a rich pumpkin sauce made from creamy heavy whipping cream and savory parmesan cheese, all ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, it’s a simple yet impressive meal that your family and friends will love. Pair it with grilled chicken or Italian sausage for a satisfying dinner that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces rigatoni pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in boiling water until al dente, then drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent and add minced garlic for one minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and simmer before adding heavy cream, salt, pepper, and spices.
- Whisk until smooth, then mix in parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating sautéed Italian sausage or grilled chicken. Freshly grated parmesan will yield the creamiest texture; avoid pre-grated cheese if possible. Experiment with different herbs like sage or thyme to personalize your dish.