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Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce

Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce
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Indulge in the comforting goodness of Pasta Bake with Pumpkin Tomato Sauce, a delightful dish that combines creamy pumpkin and rich tomato flavors for a truly satisfying meal. This baked pasta is perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. It features tender pasta enveloped in a velvety sauce, enhanced by nutritious vegetables like spinach and mushrooms, and topped with a crispy walnut-sage mixture for extra flavor and texture. Whether you’re looking to sneak in healthy ingredients or simply enjoy classic comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. dry pasta (mezzi rigatoni, shells, ziti, fusilli, or farfalle)
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 Tbsp. plus 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh sage leaves, divided
  • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 oz. cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 to 4 handfuls fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin purée
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups grated fontina cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375ºF.
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until 2 minutes shy of al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter and toast walnuts with sage for about 5 minutes.
  4. Sauté sliced mushrooms and chopped onion until soft.
  5. Add tomato paste, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper; cook until caramelized.
  6. Stir in spinach until wilted, then mix in vegetable broth and pumpkin purée until smooth.
  7. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture and transfer to a greased baking dish.
  8. Top with remaining fontina cheese and walnut-sage mixture; cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 10 minutes until golden.

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