Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 sweet onion
roughly chopped
- 5 cloves garlic
roughly chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 15 ounce can of pumpkin puree*
- 1 1/4 cup almond milk)
unflavored (can use other non flavored milk if desired or half and half
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the onion, garlic, and sage and sauté for 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the onion mixture to a blender or food processor and add in the remaining ingredients: pumpkin, milk, and salt and pepper. Blend until creamy and smooth.
- 3
Add the sauce in the skillet used to sauté the veggies and heat until warmed through.
- 4
Serve with your favorite pasta, over gnocchi, or however else you desire!
Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, deeply flavorful meal that comes together in a flash? This creamy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce is your answer, delivering rich, savory autumn vibes in a quick and easy vegan dish.
What makes this sauce truly special is its incredible creaminess achieved without any heavy cream, thanks to canned pumpkin puree and almond milk. The quick sauté of sweet onion, aromatic garlic, and earthy dried sage builds a foundational flavor that sings, proving a luxurious sauce doesn't need hours to develop.
Prepare your taste buds for a surprisingly savory and cozy experience. This Pumpkin Pasta Sauce is velvety smooth, coating every strand of your favorite pasta or pillowy gnocchi with its delicate, earthy flavor. The subtle sweetness of pumpkin is beautifully balanced by the pungent garlic and the herbaceous note of sage, creating a deeply satisfying dish perfect for a weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. Despite its indulgent texture, this sauce is naturally vegan, offering a wholesome yet decadent option.
You can easily make this Pumpkin Pasta Sauce your own. While unflavored almond milk keeps it vegan, feel free to substitute with other non-flavored plant-based milks or even half and half if you don't need it to be vegan. For an extra layer of warmth, a pinch of nutmeg or a dash of red pepper flakes can be added with the sage, or try adding a touch of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
This versatile sauce is perfect for a cozy dinner, whether it's a casual weeknight or a gathering with friends. Serve it tossed with your favorite pasta shape—think rigatoni, penne, or fettuccine—or with fluffy potato gnocchi. A sprinkle of fresh parsley or a grind of black pepper makes for a beautiful finish.