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Pumpkin Feta Pasta: A Delicious & Easy Fall Recipe

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Pumpkin Feta Pasta is a cozy fall-inspired dish where creamy pumpkin sauce pairs with tangy feta, garlic, and sage for a flavorful, comforting meal. Finished with toasted pumpkin seeds, it’s hearty yet elegant and comes together in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

1 pound pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape)

1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup chopped fresh sage (or 1 tablespoon dried sage)

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas), for garnish

2 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup vegetable broth or pasta water

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving some pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat, then sauté the onion until soft and golden.
  3. Add garlic and sage, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, vegetable broth (or pasta water), and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Toss in the cooked pasta, mixing until evenly coated.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in crumbled feta.
  8. Top with toasted pumpkin seeds before serving.

Notes

Swap feta with goat cheese for extra creaminess.

Add spinach, kale, or roasted chicken for more nutrition and protein.

Use coconut cream and dairy-free cheese for a vegan version.

Reheat leftovers with a splash of pasta water or broth to maintain creaminess.

Avoid freezing the full dish; freeze sauce without cheese if needed.

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