Pumpkin Baked Ziti Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Baked Ziti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pasta ziti; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 pound sweet italian sausage; 1 small yellow onion finely diced; 2 garlic cloves finely minced; 5 sage leaves fresh, finely minced; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3/4 cup chicken stock preferably organic; 14 1/2 ounces pumpkin puree; kosher salt; ground black pepper; 1/3 pecorino romano cheese grated, plus extra for garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound pasta ziti
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 pound sweet italian sausage
1 small yellow onion finely diced
2 garlic cloves finely minced
5 sage leaves fresh, finely minced
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg freshly
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3/4 cup chicken stock preferably organic
14 1/2 ounces pumpkin puree
kosher salt
ground black pepper
1/3 pecorino romano cheese grated, plus extra for garnish

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Step 1: Fill a large pot with water and place on the stove on high heat. Once boiling, generously salt the water and cook pasta according to package directions.
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Step 2: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Step 3: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium high heat. Add the sausage and cook until golden brown and crisp. Remove from pan and allow to drain on a paper towel.
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Step 4: Add the onions and garlic to the same pan. Allow to cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until onions appear translucent. Season the mixture with sage, nutmeg, cinnamon and red pepper flakes. Add the chicken stock and let reduce. Once about half of the liquid has evaporated, add the pumpkin puree and stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the sausage back in and stir.
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Step 5: Place the pasta in a large casserole dish. Add the sauce on top and stir until the sauce is evenly distributed. Top the pasta with cheese and bake the ziti until golden brown and bubbly, about 20 to 30 minutes.

620

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pasta ziti, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1 pound sweet italian sausage, 1 small yellow onion finely diced, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Baked Ziti falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pumpkin Baked Ziti

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Variations & substitutions

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