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Pumpkin Feta Pasta

Creamy Pumpkin Feta Pasta for Cozy Nights In

This creamy Pumpkin Feta Pasta combines tangy feta and savory pumpkin for a comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound pasta Use penne, rigatoni, or any shape you prefer.
For the Sauce
  • 1 15-ounce can pumpkin puree Use puree, not pie filling.
  • 4 ounces feta cheese Crumbled.
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh sage Or substitute with 1 tablespoon dried sage.
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional.
  • salt To taste.
  • freshly ground black pepper To taste.
  • ½ cup vegetable broth or pasta water For adjusting sauce consistency.
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion Finely chopped.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Dutch oven
  • colander
  • large pot

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat ¼ cup of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 small finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and ¼ cup of chopped fresh sage to the skillet. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 1 (15-ounce) can of pumpkin puree, stirring well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  4. Pour in ½ cup of heavy cream, stirring to create a smooth consistency. Add ¼ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  6. While the sauce simmers, cook 1 pound of pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, drain pasta, and add to the skillet with the sauce, tossing to coat well.
  8. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  9. Gently stir in half of the crumbled feta cheese into the sauce.
  10. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and drizzle over the pasta before serving.
  11. Garnish with remaining feta cheese and ¼ cup of toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and adjust sauce with water or cream if needed.

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