Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook them for 2 minutes less than the package instructions indicate. Drain and rinse under cold water, then coat lightly with olive oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, ricotta cheese, well-drained spinach, and shredded mozzarella. Add nutmeg, salt, and pepper, mixing until well integrated. Let filling sit for 10 minutes to drain any excess moisture.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking for 1 minute. Gradually pour in milk, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens. Stir in Parmesan, sage, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat.
- Spread half of the creamy sage sauce in a baking dish. Fill each pasta shell with the pumpkin filling, placing snugly in the dish. Pour remaining sauce over the shells.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until golden. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, make sure to drain the spinach well. You can prepare this dish ahead of time and refrigerate before baking.
