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Pumpkin Feta Pasta

Creamy Pumpkin Feta Pasta: Cozy Fall Comfort in Every Bite

This creamy pumpkin feta pasta embodies fall flavors with sweet pumpkin and tangy feta cheese, perfect for quick dinners and gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape) Choose your preferred pasta shape for best texture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 15-ounce can Pumpkin Puree Ensure you use pure pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 4 ounces Feta Cheese, crumbled Provides a salty, tangy contrast.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Can be swapped with a plant-based cream for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Enhances the sauce's richness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Adds aromatic depth and flavor.
  • 1 small Onion, finely chopped The base flavor component for the sauce.
For Flavor and Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Used for sautéing ingredients.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Sage, chopped Offers herbal notes, fresh preferred.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for spice.
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1/4 cup Toasted Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas) For garnish.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Enhances richness and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Broth or Pasta Water Used to adjust sauce consistency.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. 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 until softened and translucent.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh sage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in a 15-ounce can of pumpkin puree, combining it well with the sautéed onion, garlic, and sage. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. 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 until melted.
  5. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Let the sauce simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust thickness with vegetable broth or reserved pasta water.
  7. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  8. Add the drained pasta into the skillet with the creamy pumpkin sauce and gently toss to coat.
  9. Gradually mix in the reserved pasta water until you reach the desired sauce consistency.
  10. Stir in half of the crumbled feta cheese and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  11. Serve hot, garnishing with remaining crumbled feta and toasted pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This creamy pumpkin feta pasta is perfect for a cozy fall dinner and is easily customizable with proteins or veggies.

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