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Stuffed Shells with Pumpkin Cream Sauce: A Cozy Indulgent Feast

Stuffed Shells With Pumpkin Cream Sauce

Enjoy a comforting dish of stuffed shells filled with a rich pumpkin cream sauce that’s perfect for cozy evenings.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 large jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups spinach, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook pasta shells according to package instructions, then drain.
  3. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, pumpkin puree, Parmesan, spinach, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff the cooked pasta shells with the filling.
  5. In a saucepan, combine heavy cream and chicken broth, then heat over medium heat.
  6. Place stuffed shells in a baking dish, pour pumpkin cream sauce over the top, and sprinkle with basil.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator before baking.

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