Description
Brown Butter and Sage Pumpkin Pasta is a cozy autumn dish that perfectly combines the nutty aroma of brown butter with the sweetness of fresh pumpkin and the earthy flavor of sage. This creamy pasta is not just a meal; it’s an experience, ideal for family gatherings or a comforting weeknight treat. With easy preparation and vibrant colors, it’s sure to impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups diced sugar pumpkin (about 1 medium pumpkin)
- 10 fresh sage leaves
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot over medium heat. Add pasta and cook until al dente, following package instructions.
- Sauté the Pumpkin: In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add diced pumpkin and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Sage: Stir in minced garlic and sage leaves until fragrant.
- Brown the Butter: In a small pan, melt remaining butter over medium-low heat until golden brown.
- Combine: Pour browned butter over the pumpkin mixture. Add cooked pasta and parmesan cheese, tossing everything together.
- Season: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot with extra parmesan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg