Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce

Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce

Creamy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

Creamy pumpkin alfredo pasta

This creamy pumpkin pasta sauce is a fun fall twist on traditional Alfredo sauce. Pumpkin puree adds nutrition, color, and a mild sweetness that pairs well with Parmesan cheese and pasta.

Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Dash of nutmeg
  • 1/2-1 pound pasta
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Creamy pumpkin alfredo pasta

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil for the pasta.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the grated onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Slowly add the milk and chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
  9. Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
  10. Toss the hot pasta with the pumpkin sauce.
  11. Top each serving with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

Kid Helper Jobs

  • Measure ingredients.
  • Stir the sauce.
  • Grate Parmesan cheese with supervision.
  • Toss pasta with sauce.

Optional Add-Ins

  • Cooked chicken
  • Sautéed mushrooms
  • Spinach
  • Crispy bacon pieces
  • Extra Parmesan cheese
Tip: For a richer Alfredo-style sauce, substitute half-and-half for the milk.

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