PASTA WITH SMOKY PUMPKIN CREAM SAUCE

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Spanish smoked paprika lends a warm smoky flavor to this super simple, rich, creamy pasta.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Pasta     Pumpkin     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound penne or other pasta
Kosher salt
1 (15-ounce) can pure pumpkin purée
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet smoked Spanish paprika
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for serving
1/4 cup coarsely chopped parsley, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente; drain and transfer to a large bowl, reserving 1 cup pasta cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, cook pumpkin purée, cream, paprika, 1 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper in a large skillet or wide heavy pot over medium heat, whisking constantly, until smooth and warmed through, about 3 minutes. Add 3/4 cup pasta cooking liquid and whisk to combine. Add pasta and 1/4 cup parsley and cook, adding more pasta cooking liquid to thin sauce as needed, until heated through, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a platter. Top with more parsley and black pepper and serve.

Mukesh Mukhiya
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I love this pasta dish! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor is just perfect. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so it's easy to clean up. I highly recommend this recipe!


James Irwin-McConnell
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This pasta dish is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor is just perfect. I love that it's a vegetarian dish, so it's a great option for Meatless Mondays. I will definitely be making


Dua Kxhu
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This pasta dish is a great way to warm up on a cold night. The sauce is creamy and comforting, and the pumpkin flavor is just perfect. I love that it's a simple dish to make, so it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I highly recommend this recipe!


Samara Campbell
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor is subtle and not overpowering. I love that it's a healthy dish, so I can feel good about eating it. I will definitely b


Abdalah Hiare
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This pasta dish is absolutely delicious! The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the smokiness from the paprika is the perfect touch. I love that it's a vegetarian dish, so it's a great option for Meatless Mondays. I will definitely be making this dis


Rana Pola
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor is just perfect. I love that it's a one-pot dish, so it's easy to clean up. I highly recommend this recipe!


Katie Smithson
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. The sauce is flavorful and creamy, and the smokiness from the paprika adds a nice touch. I would recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Dulce Aviles
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the smoky flavor of the sauce and the creaminess of the pumpkin. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Mari Singaly
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy pasta dish.


Gemini Detail
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin, but this dish was surprisingly delicious. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the pumpkin flavor was subtle and not overpowering. I will definitely be making this again!


Mohashena Aktar
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the smokiness from the paprika added a nice depth of flavor. I would definitely make this again.