Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of creamy macaroni with pumpkin and sage, a delightful dish perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Each forkful offers a rich blend of savory and sweet, enveloped in a luscious sauce that will warm your soul. This recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit various dietary preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this stunning, restaurant-quality meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and heavy cream, mixing well. Let it simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg, and fresh sage leaves; continue to stir for another minute.
- Add the drained macaroni to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg