Fall Into Our New Look...

Fall is in the air.  This beautiful season of change is upon us.  The leaves are changing shades of orange like pumpkins, the air temperature is getting crisp just like apples and the smell of fall surrounds us especially in the kitchen.  So savor the season with me as we discover the treasures of fall together.  


Where to begin...Apple crisps, pies, soups...No let's go with pasta! 


Pumpkin Pasta


***1 lb. Pasta (ziti or penne) 
Olive Oil 
3 Shallots (minced) 
4 Cloves Garlic (minced) 
Salt/Pepper
2 Cups Chicken Stock 
1 (15oz.) Can Pumpkin Puree 
1/2 Cup Light Cream 
2 Pinches Nutmeg
1 Pinch Cinnamon 
8 Sage Leaves (thinly sliced)
Grated Parmesan Cheese 


Cook the pasta according to directions and drain well.
Meanwhile warm a large skillet over medium heat and coat the bottom with olive oil (about 2 tablespoons). Add the shallots and garlic season with salt/pepper.  Cook till the shallots are translucent and the garlic is slightly browned about 3-4 minutes.  Take good care not to burn the garlic.  Next add the chicken stock, pumpkin puree and cream.  Stir to mix well and season with nutmeg, cinnamon and add sage leaves.  Cook on medium low heat for 8-10 minutes. Taste and re-season with salt/pepper if needed. Toss hot pasta with sauce and serve with grated cheese on the side.  


***Whole wheat pasta can be substituted