Cheesy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake: A Creamy Comfort Delight
A deliciously creamy and comforting pasta bake featuring rich pumpkin and ricotta cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta, pumpkin puree, garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the ricotta mixture, stirring to combine well.
- Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 25-30 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- This dish can be topped with additional cheese for an extra cheesy flavor.
- Feel free to add cooked vegetables or meat for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Cheesy Pumpkin Ricotta Pasta Bake