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Cheesy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake

Cheesy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake

This rich and creamy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake is a cozy baked dish with pumpkin, ricotta, spinach and rounded out with a touch of oregano. Takes minutes to prep and can easily be prepped ahead o...
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 447

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. rigatoni or short pasta
  • 2 c fresh baby spinach
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 c pumpkin purée
  • 1 c ricotta cheese
  • 1 ½ c shredded mozzarella
  • ½ c parmesan cheese
  • ½ c heavy cream (half and half or milk will work)
  • ⅓ c vegetable broth
  • 1 shallot, diced very small or minced
  • 2 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • Pinch of nutmeg

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook pasta according to box directions.
  3. While pasta is cooking, add ricotta, egg, 1 cup of the mozzarella, parmesan, broth, cream and pumpkin to a medium bowl and stir until smooth and creamy. If it is thicker than desired, you can thin it out slightly with more cream or broth.
  4. Add in shallot, garlic and spices and stir to combine.
  5. When pasta is cooked, drain and then toss with the spinach to wilt.
  6. Add pasta to the pumpkin ricotta mixture and stir well to coat all of the rotini. Pour into a small to medium greased casserole dish or a 9x9 greased pan and bake for about 15 minutes or until slight bubbling.
  7. Sprinkle with the rest of the mozzarella and bake another 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  8. Cool for several minutes before serving. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for about 5 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 670mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Incorporating a pinch of nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic depth to the dish, enhancing the sweetness of the pumpkin and balancing the richness of the cheeses. This subtle spice elevates the overall flavor profile, making each bite uniquely comforting.

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