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Creamy Pumpkin Sage Pasta

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A comforting dish combining creamy pumpkin and fresh sage, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Pasta (Your favorite type)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
  • 1 medium Shallot (Chopped)
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree (Unflavored)
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese (Or Goat Cheese)
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Sage (Chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Chives (Chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pepitas
  • Kosher Salt, to taste
  • Fresh Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and chopped shallots, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the Pumpkin: Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Make It Creamy: Lower the heat, add cream cheese, and stir until the cheese melts and forms a smooth sauce. Use reserved pasta water to adjust the consistency as needed.
  5. Season the Sauce: Stir in chopped sage, and season with kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss drained pasta in the creamy pumpkin sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Top with toasted pepitas and chopped chives before serving warm.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, use vegan cream cheese and replace butter with olive oil.

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