30 Reviews of Autumn Pasta with Pumpkin and Sausage

From: BothFex

On Oct 31, 2002

Made this last night for our annual pumpkin carving dinner party- had raves all around! The recipe doubled nicely and was easy to prepare- a few changes I made: I used one lb. of sweet sausage and 1 lb. of hot (a happy middle ground). I used RED onions, diced fine (like their color and sweet flavor). I used 1 1/2 T. fresh sage (4-6 leaves? What size of leaves? I also made this once using dried, rubbed sage- be careful with it as it is potent! Use half as much dried as you would use of fresh). I didn't have a dry white wine so I used a mellow reisling (it wasn't too sweet). I used half and half and I grated my own nutmeg (fresh nutneg just adds volumes!)- so there you go. I served this with bread, cheese, and a beautiful spinach salad (#29765). YUUMMM!

From: Lizzie-Babette

On Nov 2, 2002

Wow! Mad this tonight - superb! MInor substitutions were to use sweet and hot italian sausage and fat free half and half instead of cream or regular half and half. It was plenty rich, tasty, and flavorful without the added fat and calories! The pumpkin really thickens the sauce and adds a mellow flavor. I toasted some chopped walnuts to use as a garnish - the flavor and added crunch enhanced an already wonderful dish. My husband added crushed red pepper flakes to add a bit more spice (but that's just his way). Idea: roasted pumpkin seeds would also be a nice, tasty garnish. It was a real hit - easy to make, eat, and freeze for later. Excellent recipe I'll make often - thanks!

From: princess buttercup

On Feb 7, 2003

Yumm! I used bulk sausage also and a touch of ground sage as I didn't have any leaves. Used plain yogurt in place of the cream. A wonderful, flavorful change of pace sauce for any pasta!

From: PollyB

On Nov 18, 2002

THIS WAS WONDERFUL. I used hot Italian sausages and I removed the casing. I also didn't change anything else. It was a hit with husband kids and me. Amazing flavor. Very easy to make. I served it with a large salad and cornbread. Thanks so much. PollyB

From: luvinlif2k

On Nov 10, 2002

This recipe is OUT OF THIS WORLD. Both picky hubby and 15-mo-old daughter loved this so much that I'm serving it to my in-laws this week. If you have qualms about pumpkin as a main course you must try this - it will win you over. I used bulk sausage (links with casings removed) and wouldn't change a thing!

From: ~Rita~

On Oct 19, 2004

I had this years ago then saw Rachael Ray making it on Food network. This is so good! Comfort FOOD! I used butternut squash that I grew, baked, and pureed. My family didn't like the thought of it but once they tasted it they loved it!!

From: bikerchick

On Jan 14, 2005

I have this same recipe and was checking before I submitted mine. I originally got mine from Rachel Ray's 30 Minute Meals program on Food Network and make it all the time. Even my picky eater, The Beau, likes it. I add a tiny bit more sage to mine and cut my cream down a tad. Keeps well, too!

From: Boca Pat

On Dec 20, 2003

I was afraid at first!!! My DH isn't crazy about pumpkin, but he'll try anything. We both thought this was just wonderful. I used hot sausage, with the casings removed, other than that I followed the recipe exactly as written. It's so easy & quick to prepare too. It's gonna be a keeper in this house. Thanks Dancer.

From: currybunny

On Sep 13, 2004

This was very delicious Cherie, will definately be making again! Had to make some alterations; have never seen canned pumpkin in Australia, so I used some fat free pumpkin soup instead, and used a skinless seasoned chicken breast instead of the sausages. I thickened the sauce up at the end with some cornflour and DH and I both loved it! Thanks for an easy yummy recipe!

From: SmilinJenE

On Feb 20, 2004

This was very good. It's a new flavor for pasta! I served this with rigatoni pasta and a glass of the wine that used while cooking. Remember - never cook with wine that's not good enough to drink. I went looking for this recipe because I saw it on 30 minute meals with Rachel Ray and couldn't write it down fast enough!! Thanks for sharing.