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pumpkin pasta with sage breadcrumb mixture

The Best Pumpkin Pasta

This recipe combines creamy pumpkin sauce, crispy sage breadcrumbs, and your choice of pasta for a comforting and flavorful autumn meal.
5 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box pasta noodles of choice (500g about 16oz) (use lentil noodles a GF high protein option)
  • 1 cup pasta reserve water (add in gradually)
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup full fat coconut milk
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • ¼ cup fresh sage leaves
  • ½ cup vegan parm, grated
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Bread Crumb Topping

  • 1 cup bread crumbs of choice (I used panko but sub GF if needed)
  • 8 leaves sage, finely chopped
  • 1-2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Toast the breadcrumbs in a pan on medium heat with the olive oil, and chopped sage. Continue stirring for a few minutes until golden brown. Add salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
  • Begin cooking the pasta according to the package instructions.
  • While the pasta is cooking, use the same pan and add 1 tbsp of vegan butter. Cook the whole sage leaves for about 3 mins until soft and fragrant. Remove the sage leaves from the pan and set aside.
  • Next, add 4 cloves of minced garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds. (If there isn't enough butter left in the pan, add a little more.)
  • Add pumpkin puree, tomato paste, coconut milk, and hot chili flakes. Stir to combine and cook for about 5 mins.
  • Drain the cooked pasta, and add into the pan with the sauce. Add pasta reserve water to mixture ½ cup at a time until you get the perfect, thick creamy consistency. Stir in the grated parmesan cheese.
  • Top each individual dish with the sage breadcrumb mixture, and more vegan parm if desired. Buon Appetito!

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Notes

Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 6.5g | Fat: 12.5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 7.5mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg
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