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Pumpkin Cacio e Pepe

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This comforting dish combines creamy pumpkin with cheese and pasta for a quick, flavorful meal perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Its seasonal ingredients create a delightful experience.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces bucatini
  • 1 1/2 cups reserved pasta water
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese

Instructions

  • Boil salted water and cook bucatini until al dente, reserving 1 1/2 cups pasta water.
  • In a skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  • Add pumpkin purée, black pepper, nutmeg, and salt, whisking until combined.
  • Slowly add reserved pasta water while whisking to create a smooth sauce.
  • Toss drained bucatini in the sauce to coat thoroughly.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan and Pecorino Romano until melted.
  • Adjust sauce consistency with additional pasta water if needed, and season to taste.
  • Serve plated with extra cheese if desired.

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Notes

Ensure the pasta is cooked al dente for optimal texture.
Taste the sauce before serving to adjust seasoning.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg