Tortellini With Pumpkin Alfredo Sauce

Makes: 5 servings; ¾ cup per serving

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 10 min

Ingredients

• Kosher salt
• 2 (9-ounce) packages cheese tortellini
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup canned 100% pure pumpkin
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cups half & half
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
• Freshly ground pepper

Directions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the tortellini and cook as the label directs. Drain the pasta.

Meanwhile, heat the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped shallot and cook; stirring until slightly soft, about 2 minutes. Add the pumpkin and nutmeg and cook; stirring for 1 minute. Stir in the half- &-half and bring to a low boil. Reduce the heat to medium low; simmer, stirring until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cheese and cook until thick, about 1 more minute. Season with salt and pepper.

Add the tortellini to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Divide among bowls and top with additional parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 466, Fat: 20 g, Protein: 18 g, Carbohydrates:  37 g; Calcium: 29% Daily Value