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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

April 2, 2025

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

How to Make Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

This creamy pumpkin pasta is a comforting diabetes-friendly meal for a brisk autumn night. This high fiber recipe is vegetarian, but you can try adding a lean protein like chicken for more protein. Plus, the leftovers make an easy meal the next day!


10 min prep time


25 min cook time


12servings


about 1 cup

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the oil, onion, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until the onion softens, 4–5 minutes.

  2. Add the pumpkin, broth, cream, and spices. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and heated through, about 10 minutes. 

  3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions.

  4. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and top with grated cheese and parsley.

Fiber Focused
Kid Friendly
Italian
Comfort Food
Vegetarian
Main Dish
Dinner
Quick & Easy
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Nutrition facts

12 Servings



  • Serving Size

    about 1 cup


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    160

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    4.5g

    6%

    • Saturated Fat
      0.5g

      3%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    0mg

    0%

  • Sodium
    180mg

    8%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    29g

    11%

    • Dietary Fiber
      4g

      14%
    • Total Sugars
      3g

  • Protein
    4g

  • Potassium
    178mg
    4%

Ingredients

olive oil
3 tbsp

yellow onion (diced)
1 whole

pumpkin puree
1 1/2 cup

garlic (minced)
2 clove

skim milk
1/2 cup

vegetable broth
3/4 cup

white pepper
1/4 tsp

ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp

whole-wheat rotini pasta
12 oz

Kosher Salt
1 tsp

Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp

fresh parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp