Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
A creamy and comforting twist on classic mac and cheese with the delightful flavors of pumpkin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Elbow Macaroni or Shells
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 2 cups Sharp or Mild Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 3 cups Milk
- 1/4 cup Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
- Prepare your pasta by boiling salted water and cooking until al dente. Drain and reserve pasta water.
- Make the creamy sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour to create a roux.
- Whisk in the milk and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add the pumpkin puree and spices, mixing until combined.
- Remove from heat and fold in the cheeses until melted.
- Combine pasta with the cheese sauce until fully coated.
- Serve in a dish and enjoy, optionally baking for a cheesy crust.
Notes
Try adding a dash of cayenne for a spicy kick or sautéed vegetables for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pumpkin, mac and cheese, comfort food, fall recipes, vegetarian