As the seasons change and there's a crispness in the morning air, my thoughts turn to all things Pumpkins. Fall also has some of my favorite candle scents, like pumpkin pie. apple cider, spiced apples, gingersnap cookies well I could go on and on.
What are some of your must have fall scents?
What's for Dinner? How about Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb whole wheat penne
2 garlic cloves
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup pumpkin puree, depending on your personal taste
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk, more if you like a thinner sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 cup parmigiano reggiano, I used about 2 cups, we like cheese! You can also use Parmessan
1 tsp pepper flakes, optional.
2 garlic cloves
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup pumpkin puree, depending on your personal taste
1 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk, more if you like a thinner sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 cup parmigiano reggiano, I used about 2 cups, we like cheese! You can also use Parmessan
1 tsp pepper flakes, optional.
DIRECTIONS:
Cook pasta according to box instructions.
In a large skillet heat the oil over medium to high heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Add the pumpkin puree, vegetable broth and mix through. Add heavy cream, milk, nutmeg and salt and cook over medium heat stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
Add the the cheese and pepper flakes if using. Stir, turn off heat and incorporate the pasta. Serve with some extra cheese and pepper flakes.
This recipe was shared from my pintrest board http://www.pinterest.com/pin/228487381070712049/