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Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells for Cozy Nights

These Creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells offer a warm, vegetarian comfort food experience perfect for autumn evenings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 pieces Jumbo Pasta Shells or manicotti/cannelloni
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree canned or homemade
  • 15 ounces Ricotta Cheese can substitute with blended cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese can use provolone or sharp white cheddar
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese grated for best results
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage can substitute with fresh sage or Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg omit if desired
  • 1 large Egg can replace with flax egg for vegan option
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce your favorite jar variety

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend together pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, half of the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, dried sage, ground nutmeg, salt, black pepper, and the egg until smooth.
  4. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  5. Carefully fill each shell with the pumpkin ricotta mixture and place them opening side up in the baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella on top.
  7. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top and cover with foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
  8. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  9. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or sage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure the stuffed shells are evenly covered with marinara sauce before baking to prevent dryness.

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