Spaghetti Pasta in Roasted Pumpkin Sauce
Comforting and creamy, this delightful vegetarian dish combines the earthy flavor of roasted pumpkin with rich cream and tangy tomato puree. A perfect, cozy dinner option for fall evenings.
Cuisine: Italian
Course: Dinner
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
For the Roasted Pumpkin Sauce:
- 2 cups Kaddu (Parangikai/Pumpkin), diced
- 1 cup Homemade tomato puree
- 1/2 cup Fresh cream
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 6 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 sprigs Basil leaves, roughly torn
- Salt, to taste
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper powder
For the Pasta:
- 2 cups Durum wheat spaghetti pasta, cooked
- 1/2 tsp Red chili flakes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Parmesan cheese, for garnish
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Instructions:
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Make the Roasted Pumpkin Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Add the diced pumpkin to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pumpkin becomes soft and takes on a roasted texture.
- Remove the pan from heat and allow the roasted pumpkin mixture to cool.
- Transfer the cooled pumpkin to a blender, add the tomato puree, fresh cream, salt, and black pepper powder. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set the sauce aside.
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Cook the Pasta:
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 tsp of salt.
- Add the durum wheat spaghetti to the boiling water and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until al dente.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain the water and run the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drizzle a little oil on top and toss to prevent sticking.
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Combine and Serve:
- Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add red chili flakes, Italian seasoning, and the roasted pumpkin sauce. Stir well to combine.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the pan and toss until well coated in the sauce.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan and basil leaves on top, then serve immediately.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve this Spaghetti Pasta in Roasted Pumpkin Sauce with a side of Pizza Margherita and a glass of wine for a perfect weekend dinner with friends or family.
Enjoy the rich flavors of roasted pumpkin in this comforting, creamy pasta dish!
