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Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

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A rich and comforting fettuccine dish featuring a homemade pumpkin alfredo sauce, perfect for a fall meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Reduce heat to low. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and nutmeg until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to your taste.
  8. Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • For a lighter sauce, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, but the sauce may be thinner.
  • Ensure you are using 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices.
  • This dish pairs well with a simple side salad or crusty bread.

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