Quick Pumpkin-Sage Pasta
(from renee0467’s recipe box)
Source: NYTimes
Cook time: 30 minutesServes 2 people
Ingredients
- 4 ounces whole-wheat pasta
- 3/4 cup vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
- 1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of dried oregano
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegan Parmesan for garnish (optional)
Directions
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Cook pasta according to package instructions.
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Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients in a small saucepan and heat over low heat until thoroughly warm, about 5 minutes.
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Taste, adding more sage if desired, plus salt and pepper to taste.
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Cover and let sauce rest for 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to merge and sauce to thicken slightly.
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Toss cooked pasta with pumpkin sauce and taste, adding more salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with vegan Parmesan if desired.
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Chef’s note: For a one-pot meal, prepare sauce in the same pot used to cook pasta, setting the pasta aside as you make the sauce.
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Yield: 2 servings.