Creamy pumpkin mac and cheese served in a white ceramic bowl, topped with melted cheddar and breadcrumbs, shot in warm fall light.

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese – Creamy Fall Comfort Food

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Upgrade your classic mac and cheese with a fall twist! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with pumpkin flavor. The ultimate comfort dinner. This recipe is perfect for familyrecipes.com and nutrientsrecipes.com, offering both comfort and nutrition for American families.

Creamy pumpkin mac and cheese served in a white ceramic bowl, topped with melted cheddar and breadcrumbs, shot in warm fall light.

Ingredients: Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

  • 2 cups macaroni
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Instructions: Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add pumpkin puree and milk, stirring until smooth and heated through.
  4. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Mix the sauce with cooked macaroni and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 420 | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Carbs: 48g

Expert Tips:

  • Use sharp cheddar for a bolder flavor.
  • Add breadcrumbs on top and broil for a crispy finish.
  • Substitute whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
  • Perfect comfort food for chilly fall nights.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

See also : 10 Cozy Pumpkin Recipes to Celebrate Fall

Creamy pumpkin mac and cheese served in a white ceramic bowl, topped with melted cheddar and breadcrumbs, shot in warm fall light.

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Upgrade your classic mac and cheese with a cozy fall twist! This creamy pumpkin mac and cheese combines rich cheddar with smooth pumpkin puree for a comforting, family-friendly dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups macaroni
  • – 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • – 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • – 1/2 cup milk
  • – 1 tbsp butter
  • – Salt
  • – Pepper
See also  Pumpkin Chicken Bake

Equipment

  • – Saucepan
  • – Mixing spoon
  • – Strainer
  • – Measuring cups
  • – Baking dish (optional if broiling)

Method
 

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions and drain.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add pumpkin puree and milk, stirring until smooth and heated through.
  4. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Mix the sauce with cooked macaroni and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 420 | Protein: 14g | Fat: 16g | Carbs: 48g
Expert Tips:
– Use sharp cheddar for a bolder flavor.
– Add breadcrumbs on top and broil for a crispy finish.
– Substitute whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
– Perfect comfort food for chilly fall nights.
– Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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