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One Pot Cheesy Pumpkin and Sausage Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, comforting pasta dish combining sweet Italian sausage, pumpkin, and Gouda cheese in one easy pot.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 11 ounces al fresco Sweet Italian chicken Sausage

Pasta

  • 12 ounces penne pasta

Dairy & Liquids

  • 1 cup half and half (fat free)
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup Gouda cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper

Optional Garnish

  • chopped cilantro and shredded parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Brown sausage in a pot over medium heat for 3 minutes.
  • Add pasta, pumpkin, half and half, water, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in Gouda cheese until melted.
  • Garnish with cilantro and parmesan, if desired.

Notes

Use fresh cilantro and parmesan for best flavor.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pasta, pumpkin, Sausage