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Pumpkin Gouda Stuffed Shells: Indulgent Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Pumpkin & Gouda Stuffed Shells With Brown Butter & Sage Alfredo Sauce
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Indulge in a comforting dish of Pumpkin Gouda Stuffed Shells, doused in a rich Brown Butter Sage Alfredo Sauce for a perfect fall meal.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large jumbo pasta shells
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup Gouda cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped
  • 1/2 cup additional Gouda cheese, for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, Gouda cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
  4. Stuff each shell with the pumpkin mixture and place them in a baking dish.
  5. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sage and cook until butter turns brown and fragrant.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and let simmer for a few minutes.
  7. Pour the brown butter sage sauce over the stuffed shells.
  8. Top with additional Gouda cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider toasting the pumpkin seeds and sprinkling them on top before serving.
  • If you prefer a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.

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Keywords: Pumpkin, Gouda, Stuffed Shells, Alfredo, Brown Butter, Sage

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