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10 Minute Pumpkin Alfredo

This super tasty 10 Minute Pumpkin Alfredo is one to keep in mind for busy days ahead. It is so, just so, good!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, North American
Keyword: Pasta, pumpkin
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 457kcal
Author: Julia Pinney

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Tagliatelle
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 3/4 Cup cream
  • 1/2 Cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/3 Cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • Small bunch fresh chopped chives
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Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package. Drain, reserving 1/3 cup/80 ml of pasta water. Rinse and set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan melt the butter. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about one minute. Whisk in the cream and stir for about a minute until simmering. Stir in the pumpkin puree and add reserved pasta water and salt. Whisk as your pour until it comes to a simmer. About another minute. Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl and pour over the sauce. Stir really well to combine. Top with chives and extra parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

Nutrition Facts
10 Minute Pumpkin Alfredo
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 457 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 15g94%
Cholesterol 125mg42%
Sodium 546mg24%
Potassium 246mg7%
Carbohydrates 45g15%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 14g28%
Vitamin A 5642IU113%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 205mg21%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.