Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli
Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli wraps tender pasta in a velvety, lightly spiced pumpkin sauce, lifted by aromatic garlic and the herbal warmth of sage. Gentle heat from red pepper and chili powder balances the sauce’s richness, while shallots add a subtle sweetness. Serve this comforting bowl for a cozy fall dinner or a quick weeknight meal when you’re craving something seasonal and satisfying.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 27
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 35
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the shallot, garlic, and pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are crispy, about 5 minutes. Add the sage; cook for 30 seconds, taking care not to burn the sage. Transfer the shallot-sage mixture to a paper towel-lined plate.
- 2
Add the pumpkin, milk, half-and-half, salt, white pepper, and chili powder to the same pan; cook and stir over medium heat until it forms a smooth, creamy sauce, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Divide the cooked pasta among four plates; top with the pumpkin sauce. Sprinkle each serving with the reserved shallot-sage mixture.
- Calories 336.53 kcal Moderate 17%
- Protein 11.34 g Good Source 23%
- Carbohydrate 54.51 g 20%
- Total Fat 8.76 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 3.37 g Moderate 17%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 15.23 mg Moderate 5%
- Sodium 69.74 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 2.81 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 9.08 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 132.99 mg Moderate 10%
- Iron 2.81 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 562.44 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 893.5 mcg Good Source 99%
- Vitamin C 9.79 mg Moderate 11%
- Vitamin D 0.74 mcg Low Source 4%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include 2% Reduced Fat Milk, Chili Powder, Dried Sage, and Gemelli Pasta. Each serving provides about 336.53 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli made of?
- The main ingredients are 2% Reduced-Fat Milk, Chili Powder, Dried Sage, Gemelli Pasta, Half & Half. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 336.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli healthy?
- Creamy Pumpkin and Sage Gemelli has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 336.53 calories and 11.34 g of protein, or 23% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin A. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 3.37 g (17% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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