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Baked Pumpkin Alfredo

Creamy Baked Pumpkin Alfredo for Cozy Fall Nights

This Baked Pumpkin Alfredo combines al dente fettuccine with a velvety pumpkin sauce and golden-baked cheese, offering a delightful twist on classic Alfredo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine Pasta Can substitute with penne or rigatoni
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Or salted butter if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Use pure pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best melt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Add just a dash
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) Other cheeses can also be used
  • to taste Fresh Parsley (chopped, optional) For garnish
  • to taste Roasted Pumpkin Seeds (optional) For garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree and heat through for about 2 minutes.
  5. Gradually pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring continuously.
  6. Add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until cheese melts.
  7. Add the drained fettuccine, tossing until coated in the creamy sauce.
  8. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, cook pasta al dente and use freshly grated cheese.

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