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Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells

Savor Cozy Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells with Brown Butter Sauce

Enjoy Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells, a comforting vegetarian dish perfect for fall evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 large pasta shells consider conchiglie or manicotti as alternatives
For the Filling
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree both canned and homemade varieties work beautifully
  • 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese substitute with mozzarella if desired
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese cottage cheese can be used for a lighter option
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese swap for Pecorino Romano for a sharper punch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder reduce if using fresh garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg allspice is a good alternative
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped use less if using dried sage
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil any neutral oil will do
  • salt and pepper to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream half-and-half can lighten things up
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter vital for brown butter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves for frying (optional)

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta shells for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, Gouda, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, nutmeg, fresh sage, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stuff each shell with the filling and place them in the greased baking dish.
  5. Melt unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it turns golden brown. Stir in heavy cream and fresh sage.
  6. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the stuffed shells, ensuring they are covered.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Let the shells sit for a few moments, then serve warm with extra Parmesan and sage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 500mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, cook pasta al dente. Consider adding sautéed vegetables to the filling for additional nutrients.

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