Creamy Pumpkin-Ricotta-Cheddar Pasta
An elevated version of mac n' cheese with a fall twist, featuring a creamy ricotta and pumpkin sauce.
Ingredients
For serving
For the pasta
Directions
- 1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta and cook according to package or until done to your liking.
- 2
Blend together the ricotta mixture. Add the ricotta, pumpkin, salt, garlic, sage, pepper and lemon juice to a food processor. Process until smooth.
- 3
Add the ricotta mixture to a saucepan. Add the broth and mix to combine. Heat the mixture over medium heat. Once it is hot, about 2 -3 minutes, add the cheddar cheese and mix until it is combined into a smooth, cheesy sauce.
- 4
Add the hot cheesy sauce to the pasta, then mix to combine. Top with the pecans and scallions.
