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    Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

    There is nothing better than Pumpkin Mac and Cheese in the fall! This recipe is the ultimate comfort food, with a gooey, creamy cheese sauce and just the right amount of pumpkin. Plus, you can have this on the dinner table in less than 30 minutes! 
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6

    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces rotini pasta
    • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
    • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
    • 2 cups milk
    • 1 cup pumpkin puree
    • 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/2 tsp pepper
    • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

    Instructions

    • Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
    • Meanwhile melt butter in a medium saucepan. Add in flour and whisk constantly for 2 minutes.
      Slowly whisk in milk. Add in the pumpkin and all of the seasonings. Cook on medium heat whisking continuously until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes. Make sure to keep the milk moving to avoid burning.
    • Take off the heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese. Season with more salt to taste if desired.
    • Add the cheese sauce to the macaroni and stir to coat.
      Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 593kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 24gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 601mgPotassium: 392mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 7290IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 526mgIron: 2mg