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Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Welcome the flavors of fall with these pumpkin ricotta stuffed shells! Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, pumpkin adds a nutritious twist to traditional stuffed shells.

  • 45 minutes
  • 12 Servings
  • $3.00 - $5.99

Ingredients

  • 6 ounces jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 1/4 cups ricotta cheese, part skim
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sage, dried
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
  • 1 cup spaghetti sauce

Steps

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Preheat oven to 350 °F.

3

Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Drain and place each on a baking sheet to cool.

4

In a medium bowl, stir together ricotta, pumpkin, spices, and all but 1 tablespoon of the cheese. Reserve the 1 tablespoon cheese for topping.

5

Spread pasta sauce in the bottom of a baking dish that holds all the shells in a single layer. Fill each shell with about 3 tablespoons of pumpkin mixture and place shells close together on top of the sauce.

6

Cover pan with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake for 15 minutes more.

Ingredients

Serving Size: 1 Stuffed Shell

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories128
Total Fat4 g
Saturated Fat2 g
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g
Linoleic Acid0 g
α-Linolenic Acid0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA0 mg
Cholesterol11 mg
Carbohydrates17 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Total Sugars2 g
Added Sugars included0 g
Protein7 g
Minerals
Calcium121 mg
Potassium157 mg
Sodium211 mg
Copper95 mcg
Iron1 mg
Magnesium20 mg
Phosphorus107 mg
Selenium16 mcg
Zinc1 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A162 mcg RAE
Vitamin B60.1 mg
Vitamin B120.2 mg
Vitamin C1 mg
Vitamin D0 mcg
Vitamin E1 mg
Vitamin K8 mcg
Folate55 mcg DFE
Thiamin0.1 mg
Riboflavin0.1 mg
Niacin2 mg
Choline12 mg

Source:

  • Food Hero
  • Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service