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Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta Cauldrons

Cozy Up with Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta Cauldrons Tonight

Pumpkin Alfredo Pasta Cauldrons is a magical autumn dish that combines comforting flavors and whimsical presentation, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cauldrons
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkins
  • 2 mini pumpkins Mini Pumpkins Varieties like Jack Be Little or sweet dumpling
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For roasting
  • to taste none Salt
  • to taste none Pepper
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 12 ounces Fettuccine or Spaghetti The heart of the dish
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For the sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1.5 cups Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or plant-based alternatives
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Use vegetarian Parmesan if needed
  • 1 pinch Nutmeg Optional
For Garnish
  • to taste none Chopped Parsley
  • to taste none Pumpkin Seeds Pepitas
  • to taste none Extra Grated Parmesan

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice off the tops of the mini pumpkins and scoop out seeds and flesh.
  2. Brush insides of pumpkins with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side up on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast pumpkins for 25–30 minutes or until tender but firm.
  4. Boil salted water, cook fettuccine or spaghetti until al dente (8–10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
  5. In a medium saucepan, melt butter, sauté minced garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Pour in heavy cream, stir in Parmesan cheese, season, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  7. Toss cooked pasta in the Alfredo sauce until well coated.
  8. Fill each roasted pumpkin with creamy pasta mixture, twirling pasta into nests.
  9. Garnish with parsley, pumpkin seeds, and extra Parmesan before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cauldronCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor and texture. For gluten-free, use appropriate pasta substitutions.

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