Classy Pumpkin Pasta

This one's so quick and easy, and its understated class makes it a fantastic entree at a dinner party. It's done the rounds between all my friends, and we love it as a quick and gorgeous dinner! This pasta tastes divine, it's quick, simple, looks beautiful, and if that's not enough, it's also incredibly budget-and waistline-friendly! Goes well visually and palatably with a fresh green salad.

• Calories: 341 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 10 ounces dry fettuccini noodles
• 2 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 pound peeled, seeded and grated pumpkin
• 4 tablespoons lite sour cream

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and reserve.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm oil and cook pumpkin for about 10 minutes or until it begins to break apart.

Step 3

Add tomato paste, sour cream and chili powder to taste; mix well. The mixture should be mushy and an even golden-orange color.

Step 4

Scoop spoonfuls of the pumpkin mixture over the pasta; mix well to coat and serve.