Description

Indulge in the rich flavors of fall with this Easy Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta. Velvety pumpkin alfredo sauce coats tender fettuccine for a comforting meal that’s perfect for autumn nights.

Ingredients

Pasta:

12 ounces fettuccine or pasta of choice

Sauce:

2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup canned pumpkin purée
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Salt to taste
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, add pumpkin purée, then cream, Parmesan, nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Simmer until creamy.
Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta in sauce, heat through, and garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.

Notes

For added protein, stir in cooked chicken or sautéed mushrooms.
You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version, though the sauce will be slightly thinner.