The pumpkin and Greek feta pasta is a tasty and comforting first course, a simple comfort food perfect for the autumn season!
The sweetness of the pumpkin pairs well with the saltiness of Greek feta, creating a harmony of flavors that will surprise you.
Making this dish is really simple, you just need a pot, a baking dish, and a few easily accessible ingredients.
At the end of the article in the FAQ section, I clarified the most frequent doubts about this recipe (substitutions, preservation, and alternative cooking methods). If you don’t find the answer to your question, leave a comment or use the appropriate form.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 321.81 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 33.39 (g) of which sugars 3.22 (g)
- Proteins 12.79 (g)
- Fat 15.80 (g) of which saturated 7.45 (g)of which unsaturated 2.99 (g)
- Fibers 2.06 (g)
- Sodium 853.22 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 11 oz pasta
- 14 oz pumpkin (already cleaned)
- 7 oz feta
- 1 sprig thyme
- 1.4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Half tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
Tools
- Baking Dish
- Pot
- Colander
- Ladles
- Cutting Board
Pumpkin and Greek Feta Pasta Recipe
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Start preparing the pumpkin and feta pasta with the pumpkin. Clean the pumpkin – I used butternut – removing the seeds and skin. Cut it into cubes of roughly the same size and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, extra virgin olive oil, and a sprig of thyme.
Mix well so that all pumpkin cubes are perfectly seasoned.
Bake in a static oven at 428°F for about 30 minutes.
Remove the pumpkin from the oven and add a block of Greek feta.
Put everything back in the oven for another 15 minutes.
Once ready, remove the pumpkin and feta from the oven and break up the cheese with a spoon or fork.
Mix the two ingredients with a spoon until they are completely combined.
Cook the pasta in plenty of salted boiling water.
Drain it directly into the baking dish with the pumpkin and Greek feta, making sure to save some of the cooking water.
Start mixing, and if the pasta seems too dry, add a bit of the reserved cooking water.
Continue mixing with a spoon or ladle until you obtain a creamy and inviting pasta.
Remember to remove the thyme sprig.
Immediately bring the pumpkin and feta pasta to the table, seasoning it to taste with more black pepper and/or a tablespoon of grated Parmesan.
Pumpkin and Greek Feta Pasta
Check this section to clarify your doubts, if you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
Also try the PASTA WITH PUMPKIN CREAM AND PORK CHEEK.
FAQ
What types of pumpkin can I use for this recipe?
I used butternut. Delica, Hokkaido, or Mantovana work well too.
How long does it keep?
No more than a couple of days in the refrigerator in an airtight container, although I recommend eating it fresh.
Can I use an air fryer?
Yes, cook the pumpkin at 356°F for 20 minutes, adding the feta in the last 8-10 minutes.
Can I use other herbs?
I recommend dried oregano or rosemary.
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