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pumpkin spaghetti

A creamy and savory pumpkin spaghetti dish with garlic and kale, perfect for fall.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 8 ounces bucatini pasta
  • 1 lb lean ground turkey
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 bunch kale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add pumpkin puree, heavy cream, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Chop kale leaves and add to the sauce. Cook until wilted.
  5. Return cooked turkey to the skillet and stir to combine. Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Feel free to add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.