Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells
Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells are the ultimate comfort dish, combining creamy ricotta and sweet pumpkin in large pasta shells that are baked to perfection. This cozy recipe is perfect for fall gatherings, family dinners, or any day you crave something special. With layers of marinara sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan, these stuffed shells are not only delicious but visually stunning, making them a crowd-pleaser at any table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 jumbo pasta shells
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the jumbo pasta shells in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, pumpkin puree, half of the Parmesan, spinach, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Generously stuff each shell with the ricotta-pumpkin mixture.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in a baking dish. Arrange the stuffed shells seam-side up and cover with remaining marinara sauce and Parmesan.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shell (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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