Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Cheesy Pumpkin and Spicy Sausage Stuffed Shells, a delightful dish perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. This recipe combines creamy pumpkin puree with spicy sausage and vibrant broccolini, all enveloped in tender jumbo pasta shells. Topped with a blend of rich cheeses, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an impressive centerpiece for any meal. With its unique twist on traditional stuffed shells, it’s sure to become a fall favorite that keeps everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
- 1 pound fresh spicy sausage (casing removed)
- 1 cup chopped broccolini
- 16 ounces pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (Cabot Mac 'n Cheese)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Cabot Seriously Sharp)
- 4 sage leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook jumbo pasta shells for about 7 minutes. Drain and transfer to an ice bath.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the spicy sausage, then add chopped broccolini until softened. Remove from heat and cool.
- In the same skillet, mix pumpkin puree, water, ricotta cheese, and nutmeg; stir until bubbly. Add both types of cheese and sage until melted.
- Assemble by pouring some sauce into the casserole dish, filling each shell with the sausage mixture, and topping with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Bake covered for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed shell (approximately 195g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 65mg