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Top Rated Pumpkin Mac + Cheese

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, flavorful pumpkin mac and cheese that combines comforting pasta with a hint of warm spices and cheesy goodness.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 16 oz Your favorite pasta shape (medium shells, elbow, Lumache)
  • 4 Tbsps salted butter (Can substitute with unsalted butter and add 1 tsp salt)
  • 4 Tbsps organic all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups Almond milk, unsweetened (Can use whole milk or plant-based milk)
  • 1 cup organic pumpkin puree (NOT Pie filling)
  • 2 cups Sharp cheddar, freshly-grated
  • 1 cup Mild cheddar cheese, freshly-grated
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then whisk in flour to make a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in almond milk and pumpkin puree; cook until smooth and heated through.
  • Stir in cheeses and spices; cook until cheese melts and sauce thickens.
  • Combine sauce with cooked pasta; serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the spices before adding to the sauce.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese, pasta, pumpkin