Spiced Pumpkin Linguine Recipe

Name: Spiced Pumpkin Linguine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 8 slices genoa salami, thinly sliced; 4 cups pumpkin, peeled, diced; 12 small onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; ½ teaspoon ground turmeric; ½ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 2 cups milk; ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped; ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped; 1 (350 g) package linguine; ½ cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
8 slices genoa salami, thinly sliced
4 cups pumpkin, peeled, diced
12 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 cups milk
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
1 (350 g) package linguine
½ cup parmesan cheese, grated, divided

1
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; add the sliced salami, cooking until golden, 3-4 minutes.
2
Transfer to a paper towel to drain.
3
In the same saucepan, cook the diced pumpkin and onion until soft and caramelized, 5 minutes.
4
Stir in the garlic and spices, cook 1 minute.
5
Stir in the milk and reduce to a gentle simmer.
6
Cover and cook until pumpkin is tender, 12-15 minutes.
7
Transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth.
8
Coarsely chop the cooked salami, reserving 2 tablespoons for garnish and stir into the sauce with the basil and half the chives.
9
Cook the pasta according to the package directions and reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
10
Toss the pasta with half the grated cheese and divide among 4 bowls.
11
Thin out the sauce with spoonfuls of reserved pasta water, if needed, then ladle the sauce over the pasta and garnish with remaining salami, chives and grated cheese.

316

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 8 slices genoa salami, thinly sliced, 4 cups pumpkin, peeled, diced, 12 small onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Spiced Pumpkin Linguine falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spiced Pumpkin Linguine

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