Description
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is a delightful and creamy twist on the classic comfort dish, combining rich cheese with the natural sweetness of pumpkin puree. This cozy meal is perfect for chilly nights, family gatherings, or a comforting solo dinner. With its vibrant color and rich flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite, warming your heart with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, cooking for one minute until golden.
- Gradually add milk while whisking to avoid lumps. Stir in pumpkin puree and garlic powder; season with salt and pepper. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce until fully coated. If necessary, adjust consistency with more milk.
- For extra flavor, transfer to a greased baking dish, top with additional cheese, and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg