Smoky Pumpkin Fettuccini Alfredo

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. When it’s done, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water then drain off the rest. Set pasta and pasta water aside.

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the red pepper, onion, garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the white wine. Allow the wine to reduce by half, about 3 minutes.

Stir in the pumpkin puree, chicken stock, reserved pasta water, and spices. Allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.

Stir in half-and-half and grated Parmesan cheese. The sauce will look thin, but once the pasta is added it will thicken. Allow the mixture to cook and reduce slightly for 5 minutes. Give the mixture a taste and add salt and pepper if needed.

Turn off the heat and stir in the pasta. Allow the pasta to rest in the sauce for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with extra Parmesan cheese.