Pumpkin-Bleu Cheese Sauce

• 2 T. butter
• 1-2 c. pureed pumpkin
• 4 oz. light cream cheese
• 4 oz. bleu cheese, crumbled
• 1/4-1/2 c. half & half
• 1 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper

In a skillet, melt the butter and add the pumpkin and cream cheese. Stir over medium heat until the cream cheese is melted and incorporated into the pumpkin. Add the bleu cheese crumbles and enough half & half to achieve your desired sauce consistency. Add the remaining ingredients, stir well, and serve the sauce over your favorite pasta.

• Yields: 4-6 servings
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes