Description
A comforting and creamy baked pasta dish with pumpkin, perfect for fall.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Toss cooked pasta with the pumpkin mixture.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with mozzarella.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for best flavor.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add cooked bacon or sausage for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American