How to Make The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Hello dear kitchen enthusiasts! Today we are sharing one of the most beloved autumn recipes: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce. If you want to create a warm atmosphere in your kitchen while the leaves are falling outside, this recipe is just for you! With a delightful aroma of sage and thyme, you won't be able to get enough of this dish when served with sautéed broccoli. Let's head to the kitchen together!

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The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce
Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Servings
4 Servings
Difficulty
Medium
The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce Ingredients 13items
  • ½ small butternut squash (halved lengthwise and seeds removed)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 shallots (coarsely chopped, about ⅔ cup)
  • 3 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
  • ¾ cup water
  • ½ cup raw cashews
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 10 fresh sage leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (plus more for garnish)
  • 340 grams rotini pasta
  • Sautéed broccoli (for serving, optional)
How to Make The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce 5steps
1

Preheat the oven to 220°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Now things are heating up in the kitchen!

2

Drizzle the squash with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place cut side down on the baking sheet. Wrap the shallots and garlic cloves in foil with a bit of olive oil and a pinch of salt, and place on the baking sheet. Roast until the squash is tender, about 30 minutes. Don't worry, it's very easy!

3

Measure 1 cup of the roasted squash and transfer to a blender along with the shallots, peeled garlic, water, cashews, olive oil, nutritional yeast, vinegar, sage, thyme, ¾ teaspoon salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Now we've reached the most enjoyable part; blend until creamy.

4

Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of hot pasta water. Are you ready?

5

Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Stir in the sauce, adding ½ to 1 cup of the reserved pasta water to thin the sauce and coat the pasta. Season with ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt. Top with freshly ground black pepper, a few thyme leaves, and sautéed broccoli if desired. Enjoy your meal!

The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce Cooking Tips

Don't forget to check the pumpkins while roasting, as every oven may require a different cooking time. Add pasta water gradually to adjust the sauce's consistency as you like. Believe me, it's very delicious!

Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to make The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce?
Start to finish, 50 min is enough. Prep: 10 min. Cook: 40 min. Serves 4.
What ingredients do I need for The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce?
You need 13 ingredients, and most are probably already in your kitchen. Here they are: ½ small butternut squash (halved lengthwise and seeds removed), Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 shallots (coarsely chopped, about ⅔ cup), 3 cloves garlic (unpeeled), ¾ cup water, ½ cup raw cashews, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling), 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast...
What diets is The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce suitable for?
Yes — The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce works for these diets: Vegan, Lactose Free.
How to make The Tastiest Autumn Escape: Pasta with Creamy Pumpkin Sauce?
It comes together in 5 steps, each one spelled out below. Difficulty level: Medium.

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Hüseyin Z.

3 weeks ago

Tarifi denedim, gerçekten nefis oldu! Kremalı balkabağı sosu sonbahar esintileriyle harika uyum sağlamış. 🎃

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Emre S.

3 weeks ago

Makarnaya çok yakışmış, özellikle akşam yemeklerinde değişiklik arayanlar için kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.

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Mustafa S.

3 weeks ago

Balkabağının tatlı hali biraz fazla geldi, belki bir dahaki sefere şekerini azaltırım.

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Sevgi T.

3 weeks ago

Balkabağım yoktu, tatlı patatesle denedim, o da çok güzel oldu!

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Esra E.

3 weeks ago

Sosun kıvamını tutturmak zor olmadı ama biraz fazla süt eklemişim, yine de lezzetliydi.

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Serkan Ç.

3 weeks ago

Kremanın hafifliği ve balkabağının aroması tam bir sonbahar lezzeti yaratmış!

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Elif Y.

3 weeks ago

Kremalı sosu çok beğendik, üstüne biraz ceviz ekledik, tavsiye ederim.

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Filiz E.

3 weeks ago

Tadı çok güzel ama kremayı fazla koymaktan kaçının, biraz ağır olabilir.

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Sema M.

3 weeks ago

Balkabağı yerine tatlı patates denesem nasıl olur, deneyen var mı acaba? 🤔