Description
A cozy and creamy pasta dish made with pumpkin puree, garlic, sour cream, and Parmesan. This comforting fall-inspired recipe comes together in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
2 cups pumpkin puree
2 cups chicken broth
¼ cup heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
¼ cup Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook rigatoni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, sauté onion and garlic in butter over medium heat until soft.
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Add pumpkin puree, chicken broth, heavy cream, sour cream, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
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Simmer sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in cooked pasta and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
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Serve topped with Parmesan cheese and parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth
- Add protein like grilled chicken or sausage for a fuller meal
- Use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream if desired
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: pasta
- Method: sauté
- Cuisine: American
