BAKED PUMPKIN AND CREAM PASTA

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds pumpkin or butternut squash, diced or sliced
Olive oil cooking spray
Salt and pepper
Freshly grated nutmeg
1 cup chicken stock
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
2 tablespoons EVOO
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 bundle Tuscan kale, chard or dandelion greens, stemmed and thinly sliced
1 pound penne or fusilli

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Arrange the squash on a baking sheet and spray with olive oil spray, season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, and roast to tender, 30 minutes. Puree in a food processor with the stock (or mash with the stock.
  • Simmer the puree with the cream to thicken a bit; add half the cheese.
  • In a skillet heat EVOO, 2 turns of the pan, over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the kale and wilt.
  • Cook the pasta to al dente and save a small ladleful of starchy cooking water just before draining. Toss the pasta with the puree, greens and starchy water; transfer to baking dish and top with more cheese. Cool and store.
  • Bring the pasta to room temperature to bake. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake until brown and bubbly on top, 40 minutes or so from room temperature.

Qamar Mustafa
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This pasta is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll love the creamy sauce and the hidden pumpkin.


Seema Sen
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I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this pasta. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor was subtle.


shatavia Grey
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


kalkidan meseret
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I've made this pasta several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree.


waseem haydar
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add different vegetables, proteins, and cheeses to create your own unique dish.


airdrop lovers
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This was my first time making baked pumpkin and cream pasta and it was a success! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Usama Raja
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I added some chopped bacon to the sauce and it was amazing! This dish is definitely going into my regular rotation.


Emon Uddin
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This pasta is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mohammed Mourad
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I love the combination of pumpkin and cream in this pasta. It's a great fall dish that's both comforting and flavorful.


Marsha Holtzhausen
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I used a store-bought pumpkin puree and it still tasted delicious.


alikaan salan
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin in savory dishes, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it worked in this pasta. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked al dente.


Rani Islam
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This baked pumpkin and cream pasta was a hit with my family! The pumpkin puree added a subtle sweetness and creaminess to the sauce, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.