Spicy Pumpkin and Pesto Cheese Stuffed Shells

Name: Spicy Pumpkin and Pesto Cheese Stuffed Shells
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 pound ground spicy Italian chicken sausage; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup pumpkin puree; 1/2 cup vodka; 1 cup whole milk; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes; kosher salt and pepper; 1 pound jumbo shells; 16 ounces (about 2 cups) whole milk ricotta cheese; 2 cups shredded fontina cheese; 3/4 cup basil pesto, homemade or store bought; 8 ounces mozzarella, torn; fresh basil, for serving

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:40min

Perfect for nights when you're craving Italian, but you're also craving fall flavors. Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with a basil pesto and ricotta cheese mixture. Then baked in a spicy pumpkin vodka sauce that's creamy and so delicious!

Updated at: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:36:43 GMT