Description

Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells – a comforting autumnal dish that combines the flavors of pumpkin, Gouda cheese, and aromatic spices, all wrapped in tender pasta shells.

Ingredients

– 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree

– 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese

– 1 cup ricotta cheese

– 1 egg

– 1 tsp garlic powder

– 1 tsp onion powder

– 1 tsp dried sage

– 1/2 tsp salt

– 1/4 tsp black pepper

– 24 jumbo pasta shells, cooked al dente

– 1 cup marinara sauce

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Instructions

1. 1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. 2. In a medium bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, Gouda cheese, ricotta, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, sage, salt, and pepper until well combined.

3. 3. Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the pumpkin-cheese mixture, placing them in a baking dish as you go.

4. 4. Pour the marinara sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are evenly coated.

5. 5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the shells are heated through and the cheese is melted.

6. 6. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh sage or Gouda cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a creamier texture, you can substitute part-skim ricotta for the full-fat ricotta. Leftover stuffed shells can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 30
Cook Time: 20
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian