Pin It A comforting, festive pasta dish featuring a velvety pumpkin sauce infused with fresh sage, perfect for holiday gatherings. Lightened up for a healthy twist without sacrificing flavor.
This recipe quickly became a holiday favorite in our family because of its rich flavor and wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 340 g (12 oz) whole wheat fettuccine or spaghetti
- Pumpkin Sage Sauce: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 small shallots finely chopped, 3 cloves garlic minced, 400 g (1 2/3 cups) canned pure pumpkin puree (unsweetened), 240 ml (1 cup) low-sodium vegetable broth, 120 ml (1/2 cup) unsweetened almond milk (or low-fat milk), 60 g (1/4 cup) Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat), 10 fresh sage leaves finely chopped, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
- Garnish: Fresh sage leaves (optional), Additional grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook Pasta:
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Prepare Sauce Base:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook for 2 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and chopped sage; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Pumpkin Mixture:
- Stir in pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, almond milk, nutmeg, pepper, and salt. Simmer for 5 7 minutes stirring occasionally until warmed and slightly thickened.
- Finish Sauce:
- Reduce heat to low. Whisk in Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan until smooth and creamy. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Toss Pasta:
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Warm through for 1 2 minutes.
- Serve:
- Serve in bowls, garnished with extra sage and Parmesan as desired.
Pin It This pasta always brings our family together especially during the holiday season when comfort food matters most.
Required Tools
Large pot, Colander, Large skillet, Whisk, Chefs knife, Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, Parmesan). Contains gluten (pasta). Contains tree nuts if almond milk is used. For allergies use gluten-free pasta dairy-free yogurt cheese and alternative milk.
Nutritional Information
Calories 355 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 56 g Protein 15 g per serving
Pin It This creamy pumpkin sage pasta is both nourishing and delightful ensuring a happy palate with every bite.