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Stuffed Shells With Pumpkin Cream Sauce

Delectable Stuffed Shells With Pumpkin Cream Sauce Bliss

Indulge in creamy stuffed shells filled with cheese and smothered in flavorful pumpkin cream sauce, a perfect fall dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shells
  • 12 pieces jumbo shells Use al dente for easier handling.
For the Cheese Filling
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese Fresh ricotta is best.
  • 1 cup whole milk mozzarella cheese Opt for block cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano Freshly grated is ideal.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary Minced.
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg A pinch for added warmth.
For the Pumpkin Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup pumpkin purée Real pumpkin purée is best.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For richness.
  • 2 cloves garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 cup half and half Heavy cream for extra indulgence.
  • to taste salt and pepper Essential seasonings.
For Baking
  • 1 cup extra mozzarella cheese For topping if desired.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Sauté pan
  • oven-safe dish
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the jumbo shells in a pot of salted boiling water for about 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. Sauté minced garlic in melted butter over low heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Prepare the pumpkin cream sauce by stirring in nutmeg, then whisking in pumpkin purée and half and half. Season with salt, pepper, and cheese.
  4. In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmigiano, rosemary, nutmeg, salt, and pepper for the cheese filling.
  5. Stuff the cooled shells with the cheese mixture and place seam-side up in a baking dish.
  6. Pour remaining pumpkin cream sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle extra mozzarella on top if desired.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Consider preparing ahead of time and refrigerating overnight if needed.

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