Savory Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
3 garlic cloves, minced1 (15 oz) can 100% Pure Pumpkin1 (32 oz) carton low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp nutmeg, ground 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes3/4 tsp kosher saltFreshly ground black pepper1 cup white navy beans, cooked 3 tbsp sour cream or plain Greek yogurtOlive oil1 cup white navy beans, cooked
Directions
Mince garlic. In large skillet, heat olive oil over medium -low heat; add garlic and saute 1-2 minutes, or just until fragrant but not browned. Carefully add pumpkin puree and broth, stirring to fully combine. Add all spices and salt. Cover and bring to a high simmer, bubbling constantly. Cook for 10-15 minutes until thickened. Once thickened, remove 1/2 cup of sauce to a small bowl and temper the sour cream. Add back to the pan and stir. Add beans and stir to heat through. Sauce is ready when heated completely. Serve over pasta. May add shaved parmesan as a topping if desired. I served this with purchased shredded and bagged mozzarella and un-smoked provolone cheese, Serve with any good shaved or shredded Italian white cheese.

Serving Size: 4

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 108.5
  • Total Fat: 2.2 g
  • Cholesterol: 9.2 mg
  • Sodium: 587.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.5 g
  • Protein: 5.6 g

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