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10-Minute Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

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A quick and creamy vegan pasta dish featuring pumpkin puree, perfect for comforting weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 3 tablespoons oil (olive or vegetable)
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons flour (all-purpose or gluten-free)
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable stock or water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil, and sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add garlic: Stir in chopped garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Make it creamy: Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir to combine, and cook for about a minute to thicken.
  5. Incorporate the pumpkin: Add pumpkin puree, reserved pasta water, and vegetable stock, stirring until combined.
  6. Season it up: Add salt, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, and thyme, mixing well.
  7. Combine with pasta: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing until well-coated. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  8. Serve immediately: Plate the pasta and enjoy fresh.

Notes

For a beautiful presentation, garnish with thyme, chili flakes, or toasted pumpkin seeds.

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Keywords: vegan pasta, pumpkin pasta, quick recipes, comfort food, healthy dinner

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