Description
Creamy Harvest Pumpkin Mac & Cheese combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with gooey cheese, topped with a crispy cheddar crust for a delightful fall dish.
Ingredients
8 oz elbow macaroni
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Salt to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot, combine pumpkin puree, milk, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt. Heat over medium until warmed through.
3. Stir in the cooked macaroni and half of the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
4. Transfer the mac and cheese to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and breadcrumbs.
5. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Just bake before serving. For extra flavor, add cooked bacon or sausage to the mixture before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pumpkin, mac and cheese, cheesy pasta