1.) Drain cashews and combine all of the sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy. Salt and pepper to taste.

2.) Bring a large pot filled with water to a rolling boil.

3.) While watering is boiling, in a large sauté pan heat the avocado oil. Add onions and cook until they are translucent. Add garlic and stir about 30 seconds, then add in kale and sausage of choice. Stir frequently so the garlic doesn’t burn and until kale has wilted and sausage is heated through.

4.) Cook pasta according to the directions on the box. We have noticed that each type of pasta has different cooking times so it is best to follow the directions. Reserve 1/2 a cup of water from the pasta and then drain. Once drained, return to the pot and toss in sausage and kale mixture and the reserved 1/2 cup of pasta water. Fold in the Pumpkin Sauce and return to the stove to just heat everything. Salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!