Pumpkin Pasta Bake

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5.0

21 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    6 servings

  • Calories

    460 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Pumpkin Pasta Bake

This pumpkin pasta bake is the cozy, creamy dinner your fall dreams are made of! It's packed with rich pumpkin puree, four types of gooey cheese, and ultra-savory herbs. Plus, it’s super quick and easy to make (we're talking 10 ingredients and under 45 minutes!).

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 lb pasta any fun shape, gluten-free also works well
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 1 oz jar marinara sauce
  • 1 oz can pure pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup cream cheese 4 oz
  • 2 Tbsp chopped herbs like rosemary, thyme, or sage*
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella divided
  • 1 cup grated parmesan divided
  • 1 cup ricotta
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Instructions

  1. Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add 1 lb pasta. Cook for 5 minutes, then stir in 4 cups chopped kale. Cook for about 3 more minutes (pasta should be underdone and still have some bite to it when tested). Strain from the water.
  2. Assemble: Preheat ovent o 400°F (204°C). To a 9x13 inch (or similar) casserole dish, add 1 24-oz jar marinara sauce, 1 15-oz can pure pumpkin puree, ½ cup cream cheese, 2 Tbsp chopped herbs, 3 cloves garlic, half of the mozzarella, and half of the parmesan. Stir everything to combine, then stir in the cooked pasta and kale.
  3. Top It: Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan on top, then dollop everywhere with 1 cup ricotta.
  4. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling at the edges. Let cool slightly before digging in!

Notes

  • *I like to pick up a "poultry herb blend" which typically contains wintery herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, and sage. It provides many different herb flavors without making you buy separate bundles of each!
  • Prefer fresh pumpkin? Roast it until tender, then scoop out the flesh and blend it until smooth. If it seems wet, pat it dry with paper towels.
  • To make ahead, assemble the baked pumpkin pasta in the casserole dish, cover it, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Just bake it when you’re ready to serve!
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Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 460kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 10g (50%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 50mg (17%) Sodium 700mg (29%) Potassium 500mg (14%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 8000IU (160%) Vitamin C 20mg (22%) Calcium 350mg (35%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 460 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 460kcal 23%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 700mg 29%
Potassium 500mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 8000IU 160%
Vitamin C 20mg 22%
Calcium 350mg 35%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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