Best 3 Creamy Pumpkin Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our creamy pumpkin sauce, a versatile culinary creation that transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary feasts. This luscious sauce, crafted from the finest pumpkin puree, exudes a velvety texture and a symphony of sweet and savory notes. Its rich aroma, reminiscent of cozy autumn evenings, will tantalize your senses and leave you craving more. Explore the culinary possibilities of this versatile sauce as we present a collection of delectable recipes that showcase its versatility. From savory pasta dishes to sumptuous seafood creations, each recipe highlights the unique ability of pumpkin sauce to elevate simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. Let your taste buds embark on a journey of flavors as you discover the magic of our creamy pumpkin sauce.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY PUMPKIN SAUCE



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This sauce is great over pumpkin or cheese ravioli!

Provided by MegChaseWal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons oil
1 shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup light cream
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup chicken broth, or more as needed
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh sage
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shallots until soft, about 10 minutes. Add butter and allow to melt. Whisk flour into butter mixture until incorporated. Stir cream, salt, and cinnamon into butter mixture and continue whisking until incorporated, about 2 minutes.
  • Mix pumpkin and 1/2 cup chicken broth into cream mixture, adding more broth, 1/4 cup at a time, until desired consistency is reached. Simmer sauce until desired consistency is reached, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir sage and thyme into sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 246.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

SPICY GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CREAMY PUMPKIN MOLE SAUCE



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Provided by Rick Bayless

Categories     Milk/Cream     Food Processor     Chicken     Tomato     Backyard BBQ     Hot Pepper     Pumpkin     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 dried ancho chiles,* stemmed, seeded, torn into large pieces
4 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 3-inch-diameter slice white onion (1/2 inch thick), separated into rings
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 5x3x1/2-inch-thick slice country white bread, crust trimmed
3/4 cup drained canned diced tomatoes
3 1/2 cups low-salt chicken broth
4 canned chipotle chiles*
1 cup canned pure pumpkin
1/3 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
Fresh cilantro sprigs
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Heat heavy large pot over medium heat. Add chile pieces; toast until aromatic and lighter in color around edges, pressing with potato masher or back of fork and turning pieces, about 2 minutes. Set aside one 2-inch piece of chile for garnish; transfer remaining pieces to medium bowl. Cover chiles in bowl with hot water; soak until soft, about 30 minutes.
  • In same large pot, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add onion rings and garlic. Sauté until brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to processor, leaving oil in pot. Add bread slice to pot; cook until golden, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer bread to processor (reserve pot). Add tomatoes to processor. Puree mixture until smooth. Transfer tomato puree to small bowl (do not clean processor).
  • Drain ancho chiles and place in processor. Add 1/2 cup broth and 2 chipotle chiles. Puree until smooth.
  • Add 1 tablespoon oil to reserved pot. Heat over medium-high heat. Add ancho chile puree; cook until puree thickens and darkens, stirring often, about 1 1/2 minutes. Add tomato puree. Simmer until thick, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Whisk in pumpkin and 3 cups broth. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until mole thickens and reduces to 3 1/3 cups, about 30 minutes. Whisk in cream and sugar. Season to taste with salt.
  • Puree 2 tablespoons oil and 2 chipotle chiles in small processor or force through sieve to make thick glaze. Transfer to bowl. (Mole and glaze can be made 3 days ahead. Cover separately and chill.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Rewarm mole. Spread chipotle glaze thinly over both sides of chicken breasts. Sprinkle chicken generously with salt. Grill until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plates. Spoon mole over each. Crumble reserved ancho chile piece; sprinkle over chicken. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and lime.
  • *Dried ancho chiles and chipotle chiles canned in a spicy tomato sauce, sometimes called adobo, are available at Latin American markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.

FETTUCCINE WITH CREAMY PUMPKIN SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

16 ounces dried fettuccine
1 can (12 ounces) fat-free evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook the fettucine pasta according to the package directions. While the pasta is cooking mix the milk, butter, pumpkin, onion powder, garlic powder, sage and salt in a saucepan; cook over medium heat until simmering. Stir in the cheese. Drain the pasta, toss with the sauce and garnish with the pine nuts, if desired. Servings: 8 Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 300; Total Fat 6g; Saturated fat 2.5g; Cholesterol 10 mg; Sodium 240 mg; Carbohydrate 50g; Fiber 3g; Protein 12 g; Vitamin A 160%DV*; Vitamin C 2%DV; Calcium 15%DV; Iron 6%DV *Daily Value Preparation Time: Approximately 10 minutes Cook Time: Approximately 10 minutes

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin: Look for a sugar pumpkin or pie pumpkin, which are small and have a sweet, flavorful flesh. Avoid using carving pumpkins, as they are too watery and bland.
  • Roast the pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin intensifies its flavor and makes it easier to puree. You can roast the pumpkin in the oven or in a slow cooker.
  • Make the sauce ahead of time: The sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance. Simply reheat it over low heat until warmed through.
  • Serve the sauce with your favorite pasta: The sauce is delicious with any type of pasta, but it is especially good with short, thick pastas like penne or rigatoni.
  • Add some protein: The sauce can be easily made into a complete meal by adding some protein, such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Conclusion:

This creamy pumpkin sauce is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to make a variety of dishes. It is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner.

With its rich, creamy texture and sweet, savory flavor, this sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pumpkin, give this creamy pumpkin sauce a try.

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