Ingredients
Method
Prepare the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Make the Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, cooked spicy sausage, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assemble the Dish
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Stuff each cooked pasta shell with the pumpkin and sausage filling and place them in the baking dish.
- Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the stuffed shells and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
Bake
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve
- Let the stuffed shells cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Notes
Feel free to add more spices or herbs to the filling for extra flavor. You can also substitute the sausage with a vegetarian option if desired.
