HEALTHY PUMPKIN PASTA

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The sweet, fibrous flesh of autumn pumpkins just begs to be roasted. Nutritious and versatile, pumpkins are the perfect anchor for a hearty pasta dish with anchovies and toasted walnuts.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 small sugar pumpkin
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 pound whole-grain pasta
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 minced anchovies (optional)
1/2 cup finely chopped toasted walnuts
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Peel pumpkin and cut into 1-inch chunks (about 4 cups). Toss with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the honey. Roast on a baking sheet until tender, about 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of well-salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions.
  • While pasta is cooking, heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and anchovies (optional) in a skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add walnuts and pumpkin. Toss to combine and heat through. Set aside.
  • Drain pasta, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Toss pasta with 1/2 cup cooking water and stir in parsley and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Transfer to a bowl, and toss well with walnut and pumpkin mixture. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 g, Cholesterol 11 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 16 g, Sodium 516 g

Lindokuhle Calvin
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I made this pumpkin pasta last night and it was a hit! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Lizzy Skelly
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This pumpkin pasta is the perfect fall dish! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Aitbar Gul
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I made this pumpkin pasta for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this aga


Charlene strydom
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This pumpkin pasta was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice cru


Whitney Wallace
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this pasta was surprisingly delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be m


Joshua Arber
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This pumpkin pasta is the best! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Sunil Sunar
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This pumpkin pasta is amazing! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again!


Mohd. Nasim
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I made this pumpkin pasta last night and it was a hit! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Subham Sarraf
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This pumpkin pasta is the perfect fall dish! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Sagor Ahomed
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This pumpkin pasta was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


Kristina Kovacevic
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I made this pumpkin pasta for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this aga


Sh Dabaadeberel
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This pumpkin pasta was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice cru


Semaj Payne
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this pasta was surprisingly delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be m


Waleed Ali
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This is the best pumpkin pasta I've ever had! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again!


Yami Tap
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The pumpkin pasta was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added


Lamesia Beachem
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This pumpkin pasta is amazing! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I also love the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again and again!


Kayley Queen
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I made this pasta last night and it was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


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This pumpkin pasta was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce was rich and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I loved the addition of the roasted pumpkin seeds, which added a nice crunch. Overall, this is a delicious and easy-to-make dish