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Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells

Creamy Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells for Cozy Nights

Delight in Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells, a cozy vegetarian dish filled with creamy pumpkin and nutty Gouda, perfect for autumn nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Fresh roasted pumpkin enhances flavor
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cream cheese
  • 1 cup Smoked Gouda Cheese Can swap with mozzarella or more ricotta
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage Use dried sage in a pinch
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for brown butter sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use light cream for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Avoid pre-grated for better melting
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Teaspoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add shells, cook al dente (9-11 min), drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the Filling: Mix pumpkin puree, ricotta, smoked Gouda, sage, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Stuff the Shells: Fill shells with the mixture, place in greased baking dish, open side up.
  4. Make Brown Butter Sauce: Melt butter over medium heat until golden brown, whisk in cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), pour half sauce over shells, sprinkle Gouda on top, bake for 25-30 min.
  6. Serve: Drizzle remaining sauce over baked shells, garnish with fresh sage, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh pumpkin for better flavor. Ensure pasta shells are cooked properly and avoid overfilling.

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