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    Seasonal » Recipes » Fall

    Easy Pumpkin Alfredo

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Oct 16, 2015 · Modified: Feb 25, 2021 by Dee

    Easy Pumpkin Alfredo penne pasta is creamy, savory and tastes amazing. Best of all it only takes a few short minutes to make!

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    I have a confession to make -- I'm not a fan of Alfredo sauce, which is strange, considering this recipe is basically a different version of that classic white sauce. When it comes to serving pasta, the Hubs is one who really, truly loves Alfredo sauce, while I really prefer marinara sauce. Fettuccine Alfredo is his all-time favorite meal, and he always requests it on his birthday. And unlike me, he's definitely not a fan of pumpkin. So, I guess you could say that this pumpkin Alfredo is the perfect compromise. It's a dish we can both agree on, and it's like the best of both worlds for us.

    I used to rely on jarred sauce whenever I made any kind of Alfredo pasta, but it's actually super easy to make your own. And when I found out how easy it is to make homemade Alfredo sauce, I was hooked.
    This recipe is slightly different, since you're adding pumpkin, but the flavor isn't that strong. I also add some pumpkin pie spice, just to enhance that amazing pumpkin taste, as well as some dried sage.

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    How to Make Easy Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta

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    Easy Pumpkin Alfredo

    Published by Dee
    An easy Alfredo sauce infused with savory pumpkin
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Main
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 6 to 8 servings
    Calories 461 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tablespoons butter
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream or half and half
    • 1 cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
    • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ teaspoon sage
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 pound cooked Pasta

    Instructions
     

    • In a large saucepan, melt the butter, and gently stir in the cream.
    • Add the pumpkin puree, Parmesan cheese and spices, and stir until completely blended.
    • If the sauce seems too thick, you can add more cream or pasta water to thin it out.
    • Stir in your favorite cooked pasta, and serve right away.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 461kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 12gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 7550IUVitamin C: 2.1mgCalcium: 241mgIron: 1.7mg
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    I usually serve this with penne, but any type of thick pasta works just as well. I also like to top the sauce with additional Parmesan or even mozzarella cheese right before serving.
    And if you happen to have some fresh basil or sage on hand, definitely chop a few leaves up for garnish!
    Pumpkin Alfredo Penne Pasta Recipe

    We sometimes serve this easy pumpkin Alfredo with either chicken or Italian sausage, and sometimes, we just serve it as is. Either way, it's a family favorite and something that we all enjoy, which is rare!

    Thanks a bunch for visiting today!

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    1. Marie Blackburn says

      October 29, 2015 at 7:26 pm

      This sounds delicious - pinned to make soon!

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    2. Dee M says

      October 25, 2015 at 10:59 pm

      Thanks, Patricia. I think it's all about compromise! 🙂

      Reply
    3. Sandra @ Heavenly Home Cooking says

      October 25, 2015 at 10:39 pm

      What a wonderfully innovative dish! I love the beautiful color that the addition of the pumpkin puree provides. I love pasta so I'm pinning this to try later. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    4. Miz Helen says

      October 25, 2015 at 2:35 am

      Hi Dee,
      We will just love your Pumpkin Alfredo, looks delicious. Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
      Come Back Soon,
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    5. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

      October 24, 2015 at 9:29 am

      How pretty, and what a flavorful, seasonal dish! You & your husband sound like me and mine! Not always in agreement on food, but somehow make it work! Nice!

      Reply
    6. Dee M says

      October 23, 2015 at 6:09 am

      Thanks, Sarah. I just love anything pumpkin! 🙂

      Reply
    7. Dee M says

      October 23, 2015 at 6:08 am

      I like the pumpkin taste better, but they go very well together. 🙂

      Reply
    8. Dee M says

      October 23, 2015 at 6:07 am

      Thanks, Linda. I like that fact that the sauce is thick and not so runny -- that helps!

      Reply
    9. Dee M says

      October 23, 2015 at 6:04 am

      Even though I'm not a big Alfredo fan, I thinks it's a great combo! : )

      Reply
    10. Sarah Lemire says

      October 22, 2015 at 11:49 pm

      This looks delicious and everything about it sounds amazing! 🙂 Pumpkin this time of the year is just wonderful!

      Reply
    11. Dee M says

      October 22, 2015 at 10:05 pm

      Aw, thanks! I was happy that this turned out as well as it did.

      Reply
    12. Dee M says

      October 22, 2015 at 10:02 pm

      Thanks, Judy. It is super easy and quick, too. 🙂

      Reply
    13. Judy Heinrich says

      October 22, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      I love alfredo sauce in any form... your pumpkin recipe sounds delicious...and easy!

      Reply
    14. Dan from Platter Talk says

      October 22, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      Holy Pumpkin! This is about the best looking recipe I've seen all day long; great job with this one!!

      Reply
    15. Cindy Gordon says

      October 22, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      I LOVE pumpkin and alfredo pretty sure this was made for me YUMMO!

      Reply
    16. Linda @ Roti n Rice says

      October 22, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      That makes two of us as I am also not much of a fan of Alfredo. Your Pumpkin Alfredo looks good though, golden and not too much sauce and I would love to taste it. 🙂

      Reply
    17. Kylee Ayotte says

      October 22, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      Alfredo sauce is AMAZING, and so is pumpkin. This looks so good. I can't believe you aren't an alfredo fan!!!

      Reply

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