Red Lentil Penne with Creamy Pumpkin & Mushroom Sauce
Red Lentil Penne with Creamy Pumpkin & Mushroom Sauce
30 minutes total
- Chickpea and Red Lentil
- Dairy/Cream
- Easy
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Fall Recipes
- Garlic
- Mushroom
- No Meat
- Short
- Under 30 Minutes
- Weekend
- Weeknight
Pumpkin is extremely versatile and can be used as a savory ingredient. Paired with cremini mushrooms, this red lentil pasta recipe is perfect for fall!
Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 | Box Barilla® Red Lentil Penne pasta |
| 3 | Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil |
| 1 | Clove garlic, minced |
| 8 | Ounces cremini mushrooms, small diced |
| 1 | Can pumpkin puree |
| 2/3 | Cup heavy cream |
| ½ | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 1 | Tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped |
| To taste | Salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, cook pasta according to package directions.
Step 2
Meanwhile, in a skillet sauté garlic with olive oil for one minute, add mushrooms and brown over medium heat.
Step 3
Add pumpkin puree and 1 cup pasta cooking water; bring to a simmer.
Step 4
Stir in cream, season with salt and pepper and bring back to a boil; cook for 3-4 minutes.
Step 5
Drain pasta, toss with the pumpkin mixture.
Step 6
Stir in cheese and parsley before serving.
Red Lentil Penne Pasta
Surprisingly One Ingredient. All Red Lentil, No Xanthan Gum.
Penne made from red lentils, and red lentils only, for a good source of plant protein without additives, like xanthan gum. Make what you love without hesitation. Looking for cooking ideas? Check out the recipe section of our website for creative ways to get inspired!
- Shape Penne
- Cook time 8–10 mins
- Pack size 8.8 oz.
- Range Chickpea and Red Lentil Pasta