Pumpkin Mac Bowl
A cozy and flavorful twist on macaroni and cheese, featuring creamy pumpkin puree and sharp cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Macaroni (elbow pasta or substitute)
- 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Pinch of Nutmeg
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the creamy base by melting butter in the same pot over medium heat. Add milk and heat until warm.
- Gradually whisk in cheddar cheese until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and seasonings until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the cooked macaroni until coated in the sauce.
- Optionally, sprinkle extra cheese on top and broil for a couple of minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
For a crunch, broil with extra cheese on top. Customize with spices or additional veggies as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Autumn Recipes