Creamy Pumpkin Pasta #SundaySupper

I hate wasting things.  I don’t mind splurging, but wasting is just not okay.  When I take the time and money to make a purchase and know that resources should be valued and that many people don’t have nearly what I have, it’s important to me to use that resource to the best of my ability.

I wear clothes and shoes until they can’t be worn any longer, I have been making the most out of each roll of wrapping paper, and I turn the water off when brushing my teeth.

But it’s food waste that really gets to me.  We waste a lot of food in this country.  If it’s not pretty enough, the right shape, or before the typically useless best by date, we’re done with it.  And that’s not cool.

It’s also not cool to waste ingredients.  Like when I had most of a box of pumpkin (yes, I use boxed organic pumpkin puree) left after making Pumpkin Sugar Cookies.  I didn’t really want to bake anything else, but I could not throw away that high quality pumpkin.

So I sat down and thought about what I could make.  The other thing about trying not to waste food is that it forces you out of recipe ruts and your food comfort zone, which is awesome because so often new recipes turn out to be the best.

I realized a creamy, almost Alfredo style pasta would be the perfect vehicle for the pumpkin and create an easy to make, super comforting yet elegant dinner that is so perfect for just about any holiday occasion.  Plus it only dirties one dish.

Let’s talk about Creamy Pumpkin Pasta.  With only a few ingredients this meal can be a quick dinner after a busy day shopping, wrapping, or traveling, but it can also be a dinner party meal that makes your guests swoon.

Whenever you make this Creamy Pumpkin Pasta, be sure to try it.  And have a wonderful Christmas.  I can’t wait to celebrate with my family and I hope you enjoy time with yours.

Don’t forget to check out the other Sunday Supper dishes!  Thanks to Em for managing this week’s event!

Sunday Supper New Year’s Eve Menu Ideas

END OF THE YEAR APPETIZERS & MAINS

• Butternut Squash Queso Fundido Dip by Take A Bite Out of Boca
• Cranberry Brie en Croute by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• Creamy Pumpkin Pasta by Pies and Plots
• Honey Shrimp Puffs by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Pan Roasted Veal Chops with Red Grapes by Cooking On The Ranch

HAPPY NEW YEAR HORS D’OEUVRES

• Persimmon Apple Cider Mimosas by Caroline’s Cooking
• Salami, Cream Cheese, and Pepperoncini Roll-Ups by Positively Stacey
• Sausage Stuffed Jalapeno Popper Cups by Gourmet Everyday
• Thai Sausage Rolls by Sunday Supper Movement
• Three Cheese Pepperoni Bread by Jersey Girl Cooks
• Vegan Cauliflower Buffalo Wings by Bites of Wellness

The Sunday Supper Movement is committed to bringing our readers delicious recipes that encourage them to gather and eat together around the family table. Search for your favorite ingredients on our Sunday Supper website. Also check out the Sunday Supper Pinterest boards for plenty more ideas and inspiration.