How to Make Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a cozy and comforting dish to warm you up on a chilly autumn evening? Look no further than this delicious pumpkin macaroni and cheese recipe! This dish takes the classic mac and cheese to a whole new level by incorporating creamy pumpkin puree for a delectable twist on a comfort food favorite.

With its creamy and indulgent texture, this pumpkin macaroni and cheese is the perfect dish to serve at a fall gathering or to enjoy as a comforting weeknight meal. Whether y...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 2 ¼ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups finely chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup dry bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in flour until smooth. Stir in milk and bring to a simmer. Continue to cook and stir until thickened, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir in mustard, pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Add 2 cups Cheddar cheese, broccoli, and pumpkin puree, stirring until cheese is completely melted. Drain macaroni and stir in until well coated. Pour macaroni and cheese into a baking dish. Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    447 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 66mg
    • Sodium: 481mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 445mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 435mg