Pumpkin & Mushroom Spaghetti with Crispy Bacon
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin & Mushroom Spaghetti with Crispy Bacon, a delightful fall-inspired dish thats perfect for cozy dinners. This recipe features a creamy pumpkin sauce enriched with sauted mushrooms and topped with crispy bacon, all tossed with al dente spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 12 oz spaghetti
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Transfer to paper towels and crumble when cool.
- Saut mushrooms in the same skillet until browned (57 minutes), then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, seasonings, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese; simmer for 23 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce, using reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve immediately, topped with crumbled bacon and parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg