Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Cook a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the jumbo pasta shells and cook for 9-11 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a food processor, blend drained extra-firm tofu with nutritional yeast, olive oil, and lemon juice until smooth yet slightly chunky. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, fold canned pumpkin purée and freshly grated nutmeg into the tofu ricotta. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Gradually whisk in flour, then add lite coconut milk. Whisk until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of béchamel sauce in a greased baking dish. Stuff pasta shells with pumpkin filling and arrange them open side up. Drizzle remaining sauce over the shells and add fresh sage. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
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Notes
Fresh nutmeg enhances flavors. Watch baking time to prevent drying out. Prepare filling ahead for easier assembly. Garnish with crispy fried sage leaves for presentation.