TODDLER-FRIENDLY PUMPKIN PASTA

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Toddler-Friendly Pumpkin Pasta image

Found on another recipe site, storing here for easy access as it's a family staple! Our toddler doesn't care for pumpkin mash or pieces but loves this creamy (but no cream involved) pasta, as do his parents!

Provided by JennyMidget

Categories     Pumpkin

Time 25m

Yield 3 Serves, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 ounces spiral shaped pasta
3/4 cup pumpkin puree
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup nonfat milk
1 teaspoon margarine
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground ginger
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil.
  • Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Heat the pumpkin puree, chicken broth, milk, margarine, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger in a large skillet over low heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in the drained pasta, and toss with the Parmesan cheese. Serve ASAP!

mohmmed maazin
[email protected]

I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a delicious and healthy way to get my toddler to eat his vegetables.


Lilah Willemse
[email protected]

This pasta is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. I always have some on hand in the fall, and this is a great way to use it up.


J Burnham
[email protected]

This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less sugar next time.


Lil Don
[email protected]

I'm not sure what went wrong, but my pasta turned out really bland. I think I might have added too much water.


Laronda Millhouse
[email protected]

This pasta is the perfect fall dish! It's warm and comforting, and the pumpkin flavor is just right.


Bean Beaner
[email protected]

I added some chopped spinach to this recipe, and it turned out great! It's a great way to sneak in some extra veggies.


AKA THEGAMER
[email protected]

My toddler devoured this pasta! It's definitely a new favorite.


Sergio Arvizu
[email protected]

This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


MATSHEPO NTSOANE
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but this pasta was actually really good! The pumpkin flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


jawed Haroon
[email protected]

I made this pasta for my toddler's birthday party, and it was a huge success! All the kids loved it.


Solayman Hafiz Suvo
[email protected]

This pumpkin pasta recipe is a hit with my toddler! She loves the sweet and savory flavors, and I love that it's packed with nutrients.