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Vegetarian and Vegan Pumpkin and Sage Pasta Sauce Recipe

By Jolinda Hackett, About.com

Jolinda Hackett
Savory and aromatic, this vegetarian and vegan pumpkin pasta sauce recipe is naturally low in fat, and perfect for an unusual main dish. Unlike many pumpkin pasta sauce recipes which use butter and cream for added flavor (and added fat!), this recipe stays low in fat by using soy milk instead of cream, and uses vegetable broth, walnuts and sage for a rich texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup soymilk
  • 1 1/2 cups pumpkin, canned or pre-cooked
  • 1 tsp sage
  • dash salt and pepper, or to taste
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts or pine nuts (optional)

Preparation:

If using fresh pumpkin, rather than canned, puree in a blender first until smooth.

In a medium-sized pot or large frying pan, sautee garlic and onion in olive oil 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, and add vegetable broth, soy milk, pumpkin and sage. Stir gently to combine ingredients.

Allow to simmer until flavors are well combined, about 8-10 minutes. Add salt, pepper and walnuts or pine nuts, stirring to combine, then remove from heat.

Serve over cooked pasta and enjoy!

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Easy Garlic Pasta Recipe
Vegan Pesto Recipe
Linguine with Walnut Sauce
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Thai Peanut Sauce
Low Fat Vegan Eggplant Lasagna Recipe
Creamy Artichoke Pasta

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