Spicy Three Cheese Pumpkin Tortellini Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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20 oz three cheese tortellini (or flavor of choice).
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2 Tbsp olive oil.
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1 small yellow onion (thinly sliced).
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3 garlic cloves (minced).
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1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream.
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2/3 cup pumpkin puree.
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1 1/4 cups shredded cheese mix (Mozzarella, Parmesan, Romano, or mix of choice).
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1 tsp dry jalapeño peppers.
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1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (more if you want extra spice).
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Salt to taste.
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Additional cheese for topping.
# Instructions:
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Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8x8 baking dish.
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In a sauce pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until softened.
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Add minced garlic to the onions and sauté for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
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Slowly stir in heavy whipping cream and heat through. Add pumpkin puree, dry jalapeños, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt. Stir until smooth.
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Cook the mixture on low heat (do not boil) for a few minutes, then stir in the shredded cheese mix. Stir until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated.
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Gently fold the cooked tortellini into the sauce until evenly coated.
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Transfer the tortellini and sauce into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle additional cheese on top.
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Bake for 13-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
# Notes:
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This cheesy, spicy bake is perfect for cozy fall nights and can be made with any tortellini flavor you prefer.
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If you like extra heat, feel free to increase the amount of crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeños.