Pumpkin Rigatoni with Crispy Sage Breadcrumbs

Zubereitung

1. 01
   Schritt 1Cook the pasta

   Cook 1 lb rigatoni in salted boiling water according to package directions. Reserve at least 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

   Hinweis

   Don't forget to save the pasta water—you'll need it to bring the sauce together at the end.

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2. 02
   Schritt 2Toast the breadcrumbs5 min

   Heat roughly 3 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, rough chopped sage, and half the oregano (1/2 tsp). Toast until breadcrumbs are browned and crispy. Set aside and wipe the pan clean.

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3. 03
   Schritt 3Sauté the onion4 min

   In the same pan, add a bit of olive oil (about 1 tbsp) and the sliced onion. Cook over medium heat until softened.

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4. 04
   Schritt 4Build the sauce4 min

   Add 1 tbsp tomato paste and the remaining 1/2 tsp oregano. Cook down for about 2 minutes, then add the 15 oz pumpkin puree and cook for another 2 minutes.

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5. 05
   Schritt 5Simmer with cream4 min

   Add 1 1/2 cups heavy cream and simmer on low for 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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6. 06
   Schritt 6Toss the pasta

   Add the cooked rigatoni to the sauce and mix well. Add pasta water 1/4 cup at a time to bring the sauce together, stirring until it coats the pasta smoothly.

   Hinweis

   This step is very forgiving—eyeball the pasta water and add until you reach your desired consistency.

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7. 07
   Schritt 7Top and serve

   Top the pasta with the crispy sage breadcrumbs and serve immediately.

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