Pumpkin Vodka Sauce

Name: Pumpkin Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: 16 ounces pasta (penne or rigatoni ); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large shallot (diced); 2 cloves garlic (minced or pressed); 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree; 1/4 cup vodka; 1 tablespoon fresh sage; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 cups heavy cream; parmesan cheese (for serving); fresh sage leaves (for garnish )

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:10min

Penne ala vodka...but make it pumpkin! This pumpkin vodka sauce is super creamy and full of cozy fall flavors! Best of all, it comes together on the stovetop in just 15 minutes!

Updated at: Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:09:26 GMT