Cheesy Pumpkin Pasta with Mushrooms and Spinach
A heartwarming cheesy pumpkin pasta featuring mushrooms and spinach, perfect for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or rotini)
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheese (e.g., mozzarella or cheddar), shredded
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once bubbling, add your pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Sauté the mushrooms in a skillet with melted butter over medium heat, adding a pinch of salt until golden, about 5-7 minutes.
- Whisk in the pumpkin puree and tomato sauce into the skillet, stirring well.
- Incorporate the heavy cream, stirring continuously until combined. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the drained pasta with the pumpkin mixture and mix in half of the cheese.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and fresh sage.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, topping with the remaining cheese and chopped walnuts.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
Notes
Let it sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve with garlic bread or salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesy pasta, pumpkin pasta, comfort food, vegetarian dish, fall recipes