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Cheesy Pumpkin Tortellini with Brown Butter and Sage
Instructions
1
Cook tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2
In a pan over medium heat, melt butter. Once it starts to brown, add sage leaves and fry until crispy. Remove and set aside.
3
Add minced garlic to the browned butter and sauté until fragrant.
4
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Whisk in pumpkin purée until smooth. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sage, and rosemary.
6
Add cheddar and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and the sauce is creamy.
7
Add tortellini and a splash of pasta water. Toss until well coated. Add more pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
8
Top with reserved crispy sage and extra Parmesan before serving.
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- Master the Brown Butter 🧈Cook butter over medium heat until the milk solids turn golden-brown and nutty (3-4 minutes), watching carefully to prevent burning—this deep flavor is essential and cannot be rushed or replaced with regular melted butter.
- Temper Your Pumpkin Purée 🎃Warm the pumpkin purée separately before adding to the cream to prevent shocking the sauce and ensure a smooth, velvety texture without lumps or separation.
- Crispy Sage Technique 🍂Fry sage leaves in the reserved brown butter at medium heat for just 30-60 seconds per side until crispy, then remove immediately—they'll continue crisping as they cool and become a showstopping garnish.
- Use Pasta Water Strategically 💧Reserve starchy pasta water and add it gradually to achieve the perfect sauce consistency—the starch helps emulsify the cream and butter while coating the tortellini evenly without making the sauce too thin.
- Layer Your Cheese Addition 🧀Add grated Parmesan off-heat after incorporating the cream and pumpkin to prevent clumping, while the shredded cheddar can be folded in on low heat for a creamier, more integrated result.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
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