Embrace the essence of autumn with this luxuriously smooth and flavorful pumpkin sauce. A delightful harmony of savory and sweet, it elevates pasta, ravioli, or serves as a heartwarming soup within a crusty bread bowl. A healthier indulgence that captures the spirit of the season!

Follow The Directions

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In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. (1 minute)

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Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. (7 minutes)

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Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. (1 minute)

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Incorporate diced apple-chicken sausage; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. (5 minutes)

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Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and allow to simmer gently. (5 minutes)

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Stir in pumpkin puree, light sour cream, milk, softened cream cheese, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and cardamom until thoroughly combined and smooth.

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Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. (5 minutes)

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Season with ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.

For a vegetarian option, omit the sausage and add a medley of roasted vegetables like butternut squash or mushrooms.
To enhance the flavor, toast the spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom) in a dry pan for a minute before adding them to the sauce.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your preferred consistency.
Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese or toasted pecans for added texture and flavor.

Abigale Oreilly

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