PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MUSHROOMS, AND PUMPKIN SAUCE

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This dish was extremely tasty. I wanted a dish that could be made ahead of time and heated in the oven, but also remained saucy. Good company dish!

Provided by hobinrall

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms
1 pound sweet Italian sausage links
3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups pumpkin puree
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound penne pasta
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Place porcini mushrooms in a bowl and add enough water to cover; soak until mushrooms have rehydrated. Drain water from mushrooms and reserve water. Chop mushrooms.
  • Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly and slice on the diagonal.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add sage and nutmeg and stir. Transfer onion mixture to a bowl; add chopped mushrooms and sausage. Mix in reserved soaking water, pumpkin, Gruyere cheese, cream, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and mix pasta into pumpkin sauce. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and top with Parmesan cheese. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.2 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 803.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

Irfan Ch
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food or who is looking for a new and exciting way to use pumpkin.


daisy springs (daisy)
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and satisfying meal.


KirbNinjaBoy
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this dish. The pumpkin sauce was subtle and flavorful, and it paired well with the sausage and mushrooms.


rita Basnet
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This recipe is a great example of how to use seasonal ingredients to create a delicious meal.


sangam mijar
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and flavorful dish.


Asavela Siphumusa
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This dish is perfect for a fall dinner. The pumpkin sauce is warm and comforting, and the sausage and mushrooms add a savory flavor.


esther thole
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree and it's also a very affordable meal.


Mirza Javid
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Namra Seher
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This recipe is definitely a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


afzall kaha afzall kaha
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I wasn't sure how the pumpkin sauce would taste, but it was actually really good! It was creamy and flavorful, and it paired well with the sausage and mushrooms.


Patrick Weldon
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I added a bit of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little extra spice. It was delicious!


Seplu Seplu
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great meal to make on a weeknight because it's quick and easy to prepare.


Jennet emily
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I'm so glad I did! The pumpkin sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the sausage and mushrooms. I'll definitely be making this again.


Donna Reed
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The sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, but overall the dish was very good.


David Tincher
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing! My family loved it.


It'z Grace
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Wow, this dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of Italian sausage, mushrooms, and pumpkin sauce was perfect. I loved how the sweetness of the pumpkin balanced out the savory flavors of the sausage and mushrooms.