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Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe

Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells Recipe combines velvety pumpkin puree with rich ricotta, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 shells
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells can substitute with manicotti or cannelloni
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree canned or homemade
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese may substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can substitute with provolone or sharp white cheddar
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese can swap for Pecorino Romano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh garlic if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage can substitute with fresh sage or thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg cinnamon can be an alternative
  • 1 large Egg can be omitted for vegan version or use flax egg
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bring salted water to a rolling boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, sage, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and the egg until smooth.
  4. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Fill each pasta shell with the filling and place them in the baking dish with the open side up.
  6. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with the rest of the mozzarella.
  7. Drizzle olive oil on top and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the dish rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve warm, optionally garnishing with parsley or sage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1shellCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 16gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for autumn evenings, the shells can also be assembled a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator before baking.

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