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Roasted Pumpkin and Garlic Pasta

Creamy pasta with roasted pumpkin, caramelized garlic, and parmesan, finished with herbs for a cozy, flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 cups fresh pumpkin cubes or canned pumpkin purée for shortcut
  • 1 whole garlic bulb
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or sage
For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces pasta of choice spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup reserved pasta water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Extra salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
  • Crumbled feta or goat cheese
  • Toasted nuts or seeds
  • Fresh parsley or basil

Method
 

  1. Roast pumpkin cubes and garlic bulb at 400°F for 30–35 minutes.
  2. Cook pasta until al dente, reserve ½ cup cooking water.
  3. Blend roasted pumpkin and garlic with parmesan, butter, and seasonings.
  4. Toss pasta with sauce, thinning with pasta water as needed.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs, cheese, or toasted nuts and serve warm.