Description
Pumpkin & Mushroom Spaghetti with Crispy Bacon is a cozy, fall-inspired dish that brings together the rich flavors of pumpkin, sautéed mushrooms, and crispy bacon in a creamy sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings, this hearty pasta is not only delicious but also easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. Serve it topped with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for an inviting meal that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti in a large pot until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy; drain on paper towels and crumble.
- Sauté mushrooms in the same skillet until browned; add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan; simmer until sauce thickens.
- Toss cooked spaghetti with sauce, using reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Serve garnished with crumbled bacon and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg