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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

By Courtney 39 Comments

Oooooo, baby. Do I have a recipe for you today!

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For the past few months, ever since I had it back in October, I’ve had a strong desire to create some sort of pumpkin cream sauce. While I knew it’d probably never be as good as the one I had, I still needed to try my hand at it…and last night was the night.

One of the best things about it is that it’s actually fairly healthy; and if you pair it with some spaghetti squash and extra vegetables, then you’ve got an even healthier dish at your fingertips…err, your fork tines? Last night, I paired a big bowl of spaghetti squash with some steamed broccoli and a sliced chicken sausage, then tossed it all together with lots of pumpkin cream sauce and some fresh Parmesan cheese.

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The result? Incredible!

I had no idea how much the recipe would make, but I thought for sure I’d have enough for leftovers today. Well, it turns out that we were apparently hungrier than I expected, because the two of us finished off the entire batch of pumpkin sauce ourselves. Whoops.

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So I don’t know. Maybe you could get more than two servings of it? But then again, I wouldn’t have had any less in my bowl, so I’ll probably just double it next time. ;)

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Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 of an onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
  • sprinkle sage, thyme, or marjoram
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4-5 tbsp Parmesan cheese

Directions:

  1. Heat olive oil, onion, and garlic in large saucepot over medium heat. Cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add pumpkin, chicken broth, Greek yogurt, milk, spices, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to stir occasionally.
  3. Stir in Parmesan cheese and allow to cook an additional 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Serve over pasta, spaghetti squash, or anything else you’d like. Enjoy!

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As if you haven’t already seen enough pictures of this dish…what’s one more? ;)

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That’s how much I love this stuff. I cannot WAIT to make it again!

Heyyy, happy FRIDAY everyone! I have a suuuuuper busy day ahead of me at work but I’m so looking forward to the weekend. Here’s to hoping 5:00pm comes mighty quick today. ;)

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March 1, 2013 Filed Under: Salads, Side Dishes, Dips, and Extras Tagged With: Creamy Pumpkin Pasta Sauce, easy pumpkin sauce recipe, pumpkin pasta

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Jennifer@knackfornutrition says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    This looks so delicious. I have a can of pumpkin in the pantry just begging to be used. I'll have to give this a try!
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  2. Nicole @ Fruit'N'Fitness says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    This sounds amazing! I love using butternut squash mash as a sauce base. I could also eat pumpkin and other fall flavors all year!
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  3. Ashley @ Life and Fitness says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:15 pm

    Mmmm hello pumpkin! I always forget to add it to recipes after the fall. Your dinner looks great!
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  4. Parita @ myinnershakti says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:18 pm

    This sounds and looks delicious! And Vishnu and I are the same way. I'll make something thinking I'll have enough for lunch the next day, but no...we end up eating all the food!!
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  5. chelcie @ chelcie's food files says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:19 pm

    mmm that sounds delicious! Whenever i make spaghetti squash I always eat a BIG bowl of it and there aren't as many leftovers as I would of hoped for!
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  6. Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:20 pm

    Pumpkin pasta sauce sounds so good! I'm glad I have one can of pumpkin puree sitting my pantry. I think I might need to use it to make this recipe. :) I'd like to try it with spaghetti squash too. I haven't had spaghetti squash in a while.
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  7. Michelle @ Eat Move Balance says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Looks delicious! I'm definitely pinning this to try, as just this week I posted about finding better ways to enjoy spaghetti squash (using it as a straight-up pasta replacement under marinara sauce doesn't cut it for me). I did a spaghetti squash bake that was really good. This pumpkin sauce looks great--can't wait to try it!
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  8. Meghan @ After the Ivy League says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    This looks so good! I recently discovered the genius of adding Greek yogurt to pasta sauce, it makes it so creamy and it's totally healthy too! I gotta try this version :)
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  9. Shel@PeachyPalate says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    LOVE using pumpkin in pasta sauce...I add in nutritional yeast for vegan cheesiness!
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  10. nycfitgirl says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    Ok this looks delish!! yum!!
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  11. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    This looks amazing!! I love the idea of a pumpkin cream sauce!
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  12. Charlie says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:35 pm

    I actually have an opened can of pumpkin that I need to use! This looks so good + easy, I'll definitely make it :).
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  13. Danielle@cleanfoodcreativefitness says

    March 1, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    Love this! Such a different idea for a sauce. Can't wait to try this!
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  14. Lisa says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    I love this idea! I've seen people use butternut squash in creamy sauces, but I'm much more of a pumpkin gal;) And anything that includes squash is a winner in my books.
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  15. Erin @ Axell's Kitchen says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    OMG yum looks divine! I have all the ingredients except pumpkin..boo!
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  16. Heather @fitncookies says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    This looks so good, and healthy with spaghetti squash- which I am still trying t get my hands on and try sometime soon!! I always love your recipes, so this is being added to the list!
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  17. kim@hungryhealthygirl says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:22 pm

    That sounds fabulous and I love all of the ingredients! Definitely going to give this a try!
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  18. sara @ fitcupcaker says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    This looks so good! I cant wait to try it. I love pumpkin in so many things.
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  19. Jamie says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:38 pm

    I was just looking for an idea for lunch when you posted this, so I took it as a sign. This is quick, easy, and so delicious! Thanks for sharing!!!
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  20. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

    March 1, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    I LOVE pumpkin, so naturally this looks and sounds soooo good. Plus, I love that you served it with spaghetti squash! I will definitely be making either a vegetarian or vegan version of this :).
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  21. Kristine says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:01 pm

    Oh my goodness this looks UNREAL! I have a spaghetti squash staring at me on the counter and I've been so bored with my usual red sauce or pesto on top. I am absolutely making this - mayyyyybe even tonight! Although Friday to me always screams homemade pizza! Anyone else?
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  22. Jennifer @ Healthy Wifestyles says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    I just roasted up some butternut squash last night and wanted to pair it with pasta tonight. I think I will swap out the pumpkin with my squash and try your sauce tonight!!
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  23. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    pumpkin pasta sauce?! i've never had anything like it! sounds interesting - i'd be willing to give it a try!
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  24. Elizabeth @ My Neon Running Shoes says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:13 pm

    YUM! I love pumpkin! Thank you for sharing!
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  25. Claire @ Health Nut Claire says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    I'm drooling over those pictures! Looks awesome!
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  26. Natalie @ Free Range Human says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    That does look delicious! I've been wanting to try a yummy pumpkin sauce!
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  27. Avery @ Southern Belle Living Well says

    March 1, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    Yummy yum! I love it when recipes made in the winter/spring incorporate ingredients that are thought to be more wintery!
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  28. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    March 1, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Yum! I am always looking for ways to dress up spaghetti squash. I can't wait to try this unique and delicious looking sauce :)
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  29. Maureen @ Breaking Free & Finding Me says

    March 1, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    this looks DELICIOUS! def making this sometime this week. Thanks :)
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  30. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

    March 1, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    This sounds so creamy and yummy! I hear ya about 5pm. Can get here soon enough!
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  31. Kristen @ notsodomesticated says

    March 1, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    Yum!! I don't know if my husband would like this, but I would be all over it. It sounds incredible!
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  32. Runner Girl Eats says

    March 1, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    Um, this looks great. I will def be making this sometime soon.
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  33. chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says

    March 1, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    That sauce sounds deeeelish!
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  34. Jessica @ Prayers and Apples says

    March 2, 2013 at 12:01 am

    i wish i was that creative! i could never just throw a recipe together... things would not go well lol
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  35. Katie @ SkinnyMinnieMoves says

    March 2, 2013 at 12:08 am

    YUM!
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  36. Bek @ Crave says

    March 3, 2013 at 2:24 am

    Hope your day went quick :) Sounds yum! Fork tines?! I had no idea they were called that haha. I wish Aus had spaghetti squash :(
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  37. Amy says

    May 29, 2013 at 10:40 am

    I love this recipe - it is so easy to make. However, I am finding when I add the milk and yogurt it separates and rather than have a creamy consistency it ends up 'curdled.' I've tried blending it afterward which helps some, but was wondering if you had any tips on how I could get it to appear like your pictures? Also, what type of Greek yogurt did you use - I was using fat free.
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 29, 2013 at 12:03 pm

      Hmmm...I used 2% Chobani - maybe the extra fat makes a difference?
      Reply
  38. Carrie says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:55 am

    I just made a batch of Jamie Eason's Pumpkin Protein Bars and they are AHH-FREAKING-MAZING! Protein and pumpkin? Can't go wrong! http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/jamie-easons-livefit-recipes-pumpkin-protein-bars.html
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