Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent.
- Once the onion is softened, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh sage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
- Stir in a 15-ounce can of pumpkin puree into the skillet, combining it well with the sautéed onion, garlic, and sage. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and mix well to form a creamy sauce. Gradually stir in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until melted.
- Taste the sauce and season with salt and black pepper to your liking. If desired, sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a bit of vegetable broth or reserved pasta water.
- While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta of choice and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy pumpkin sauce. Gently toss to coat the pasta completely.
- Gradually mix in the reserved pasta water, little by little, until you reach the desired sauce consistency.
- Stir in half of the crumbled feta cheese, allowing it to melt slightly into the warm pasta. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the top.
- Serve the creamy Pumpkin Feta Pasta hot, garnishing with the remaining crumbled feta and a generous sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds.
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Notes
Store leftover Pumpkin Feta Pasta in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
