For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage with fennel seeds. Fresh sage can be substituted for dried; use about 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage. Parmesan cheese is a wonderful addition to this dish. Grate some over the top just before serving.
Embrace the autumnal spirit with this delightful pasta dish. A symphony of sweet Italian sausage, creamy pumpkin, and aromatic spices, it's the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a deep, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain and discard grease.
Heat teaspoon oil in the skillet. Add onion and garlic; saute until tender and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Return the drained pasta to the pot.
Add wine and sage to the skillet. Simmer until wine is reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Pour in chicken stock and pumpkin; stir until sauce starts to bubble. Return sausage to the skillet. Reduce heat and stir in half-and-half. Season sauce with cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently until sauce thickens slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
Pour pumpkin cream sauce over the pasta. Toss gently over low heat for 1 minute, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.
For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage with fennel seeds. Fresh sage can be substituted for dried; use about 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage. Parmesan cheese is a wonderful addition to this dish. Grate some over the top just before serving.
Giovanni Binsherman
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, and it's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Arnold Okuneva
Jun 26, 2025I used butternut squash puree instead of pumpkin, and it was just as good!
Verner Huel
May 29, 2025The pumpkin cream sauce is so flavorful and creamy. I added a little bit of nutmeg, and it was perfect.
Nickolas Lebsack
May 25, 2025I've never made a pumpkin pasta dish before, but this recipe was easy to follow, and the results were delicious.
Gregoria Rogahn
May 22, 2025I made this for a fall dinner party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about it.