Description
Fusilli with Pumpkin and Sausage is a delicious fall-inspired dish that brings together the earthy sweetness of pumpkin and the savory richness of Italian sausage, all wrapped in delightful fusilli pasta. This cozy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a comforting bowl of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the sausage until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in pumpkin puree and a splash of chicken broth; simmer for about five minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then combine with the cooked fusilli.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg