A delightful twist on traditional mac and cheese, this Pumpkin Mac and Cheese combines the creamy goodness of cheese with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, making it a perfect comfort food for fall or any time of the year.
A delightful twist on traditional mac and cheese, this Pumpkin Mac and Cheese combines the creamy goodness of cheese with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, making it a perfect comfort food for fall or any time of the year.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree Canned or homemade
- 8 oz elbow macaroni Uncooked
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 1 cup milk Any type
- 2 tbsp butter Unsalted
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour For thickening
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder Optional
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg Optional
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and cook, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well coated.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Pumpkin Mac and Cheese!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 8000IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 3mg
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Deliciously Fall.. To “Fall” in love with Mac all over again!!!!
Super easy and delicious! I added some extra spices. Recommend!
Is pumpkin suppose to go with cheese? Just feels wrong. I was skeptical but gave it a go. Okay but not my fave.
I tried this and my kids wouldn’t even touch it! No way I’m making this again.
That’s a bummer! Maybe the kids just aren’t into pumpkin? You could try adding more cheese next time!
This sounds weird but actually so good! I loved it!
Wow, I would have never thought to mix pumpkin and mac & cheese! Sounds intriguing! Gonna try it soon.
Yummmm! It’s like a fall party in my mouth! I added some crispy bacon on top. 10/10!