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Wholesome Butternut Squash and Sage Stuffed Shells: A Cozy, Flavorful Comfort Food


  • Author: WAFA LI

Ingredients

Scale
  • 20 jumbo pasta shells
  • 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried sage
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
  • 2 cups low-sodium marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the jumbo pasta shells according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  3. Toss the butternut squash with olive oil, sage, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender.
  4. Mash the roasted squash and mix with garlic, ricotta, Greek yogurt, Parmesan, and chopped spinach.
  5. Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
  6. Fill each pasta shell with the squash mixture and arrange them in the baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the shells and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  8. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

PREP TIME & NUTRITION :

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Calories: 320
  • Net Carbs: 34g
  • Fats: 11g
  • Protein: 18g