Pumpkin Pasta

 Serves: 8

Pump up your fiber with Pumpkin Pasta
Most Americans, about 95%, do not consume enough fiber. Studies show we eat less than half the daily recommended amount. This month’s recipe is a delicious and nutritious way to get more fiber into your day with whole grains, broccoli, and pumpkin – all great sources of fiber.

Ingredients

Method of Preparation

1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 6 minutes. Add broccoli to pasta pot and boil for another 4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
2. While pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in medium-sized pan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant,   about 1 minute.
3. Lower heat to low and add milk and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and whisk until slightly thickened.
4. Add salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and parmesan cheese. Whisk gently until cheese is melted.
5. Add pumpkin puree and cooked chicken and stir. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until pumpkin is warmed through.
6. Add pasta to sauce and mix until fully coated. Sprinkle on sage and serve.