Description
Savory Spooky Halloween Pasta is a whimsical dish that brings the flavors of fall to your dinner table. Featuring vibrant roasted vegetables, creamy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta, this recipe is designed to enchant your guests while being easy to prepare. Perfect for a Halloween gathering or a cozy autumn dinner, each bite offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in bell peppers and mushrooms; cook until tender (5-7 minutes).
- Make the Sauce: Add softened cream cheese to the skillet. Gradually stir in vegetable broth until smooth. Mix in Italian seasoning.
- Combine: Fold cooked pasta into the sauce mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Serve: Plate the pasta hot with optional fresh herbs or additional bell pepper slices for garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg