Pumpkin Mac Bowl
A cozy and nourishing bowl of mac and cheese blended with creamy pumpkin puree, perfect for fall.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces macaroni
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk or plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- A generous pinch of nutmeg
- Optional toppings: breadcrumbs, herbs, crispy bacon
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Save a cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Prepare the cheese sauce by melting butter in a saucepan, whisking in flour to create a roux. Cook until bubbling, about 1 minute.
- Add milk slowly, whisking until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and cheddar cheese until melted and combined. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Mix thoroughly.
- Combine pasta with the cheese sauce, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- Serve in bowls, topped with optional ingredients as desired.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different toppings or pasta types. This dish is versatile and can be adjusted for dietary preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pumpkin, mac and cheese, comfort food, fall recipes, vegetarian
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