Roasted Butternut Squash and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Roasted Butternut Squash and Ricotta Stuffed Pasta
in Pasta

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 butternut squash
butter
salt
pepper
1 package jumbo pasta shells
500 g ricotta cheese
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
4 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
nutmeg
400 ml tomato sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
535
Sugar
12g
Fat
28g
Roasted butternut squash and ricotta stuffed pasta is a delightful autumn-inspired dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner with your loved ones. The sweetness of the roasted butternut squash and the creaminess of ricotta cheese blend perfectly in this recipe, creating a delicious, comforting, and filling dish. It can be served as a main course or a side dish with a green salad and crusty bread on the side. The leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Cut butternut squash in half, remove seeds and fibers. Rub a small amount of butter in each half and season with salt and pepper.
3.Place the butternut squash halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes or until it is fork-tender. Let cool.
4.Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to package instructions until they are slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.
5.To make the filling, combine ricotta cheese, parmesan cheese, pesto sauce, eggs, water, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl. Mix until it is well combined.
6.Scoop out the butternut squash flesh into a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of the filling mixture, and mix with a spoon.
7.Stuff the jumbo pasta shells with butternut squash mixture until it is full, place them in a baking dish.
8.Pour tomato sauce over the top of the stuffed pasta shells. Cover the dish with foil.
9.Bake it in a preheated 375 degrees F oven for 25-30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for 10 more minutes.
10.Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool. Serve hot.

PROS

This stuffed pasta dish is creamy, comforting, and flavorful.
It’s a great vegetarian option that can satisfy meat-eaters as well.

Butternut squash is packed with nutrients like vitamin A and fiber, which makes this dish a healthier alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

CONS

This dish takes some time to prepare as the butternut squash needs to be roasted and the pasta shells need to be filled.

It may not be suitable for people with allergies to dairy products or gluten.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Butternut squash is a vitamin A-rich vegetable that may improve eye health, boost your immune system, and reduce inflammation. It is also a good source of fiber, which can help regulate digestion and lower cholesterol levels. Tomato sauce is a source of antioxidants and vitamin C.

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