BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND SAUSAGE STUFFED SHELLS
I rarely invite friends for dinner without someone requesting this easy pasta casserole. The sweet squash complements the spicy sausage, and the creamy goat cheese makes it all just melt in your mouth! You can substitute manicotti or even rolled lasagna noodles for the shells. The stuffed shells and sauce can be prepared a day ahead and assembled just before baking. -Taylor Hale, Sonoma, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. On a foil-lined baking sheet, toss squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Roast squash, stirring halfway through, until tender and starting to caramelize, 40 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl; roughly mash. Reduce heat to 350°., Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain., In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage and 1 cup onion, crumbling meat, until no longer pink. Add baby kale; cook until kale is tender, 3-5 minutes. Mix with squash. Stir in 4 ounces goat cheese., In same skillet, heat remaining olive oil. Add remaining onion; cook until softened, 3-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring, for 1 minute more. Add tomatoes, sage and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes. Cool about 5 minutes. Pulse in a blender until combined. Add half-and-half; pulse until smooth. Pour about half of sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Stuff each shell with about 2 tablespoons squash mixture; arrange in the baking dish. Pour remaining tomato sauce over shells; top with remaining goat cheese. Bake, covered, until beginning to bubble, 20 minutes. Remove cover; bake another 10 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
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Trex Sawyer
[email protected]This recipe was delicious and easy to make. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a new pasta dish to try.
Badtabs
[email protected]Overall, this was a great recipe. I would definitely make it again.
Shah Gee
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I would recommend simplifying the instructions.
Raylynn Harris
[email protected]The shells were a bit overcooked, but the filling was delicious. I would recommend cooking the shells for a shorter amount of time.
mian gul
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices to the filling.
israel castillo
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The butternut squash and sausage filling was flavorful and the shells were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Talita Van Der pos
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the butternut squash and sausage filling. I would definitely make this again.
Md Shohanur Gazi
[email protected]This recipe was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The stuffed shells were so delicious and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.
Cindy L.M.
[email protected]Delicious! I loved the combination of butternut squash and sausage in the filling. The shells were also cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Amad Abduraman
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. The butternut squash and sausage filling was so flavorful and the shells were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
GARM ANDAY
[email protected]I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family. The shells were stuffed with a flavorful mixture of butternut squash, sausage, and ricotta cheese. The sauce was also delicious and had a nice kick to it. I would definitely recommend thi
Frances Chandler
[email protected]Wow! This butternut squash and sausage stuffed shells recipe is a total winner! The flavors are incredible, and the shells are cooked to perfection. I especially loved the crispy cheese topping. This dish is definitely going into my regular dinner ro