Pumpkin Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Name: Pumpkin Cheddar Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound whole wheat penne; 1/4 cup butter; 3 rounded tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup chicken stock; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 cups milk; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; pinch of cayenne pepper; freshly grated nutmeg; salt and pepper; 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree; 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; paprika; chopped parsley

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
493 kcal
Course
Main Course

Pumpkin Cheddar Mac and Cheese

Heidi Pena

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The ultimate comfort food, this Pumpkin Cheddar Mac and Cheese is the perfect way to add a pumpkin twist to this dinner that is perfect for cold, chilly nights.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 pound whole wheat penne
1/4 cup butter
3 rounded tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock substitute vegetable stock to make it vegetarian
2 tablespoons honey
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon allspice
pinch of cayenne pepper
freshly grated nutmeg to taste
salt and pepper to taste
1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
paprika for sprinkling
chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt generously, then add the pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve.
Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large skillet. Whisk in the flour and cook for a minute. Whisk in the chicken stock and cook until it has reduced down. Whisk in the honey, followed by the milk. Season with the mustard, allspice, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, until it is thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Taste and adjust the seasonings, if desired.
Preheat the broiler.*
Whisk the pumpkin puree into the mixture. Stir in one cup of the cheese until melted, then stir in one more cup of the cheese. Add the drained pasta to the sauce and stir to combine. Pour the mixture into a large 13x9-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top. Sprinkle with paprika.
Broil until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

adapted from The Rachael Ray Show
adapted from The Rachael Ray Show
*make sure your dish is broiler safe. If not, the dish can be baked at 400ºF until the cheese is melted.
*make sure your dish is broiler safe. If not, the dish can be baked at 400ºF until the cheese is melted.
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts.
Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 493kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0g Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 58mg (19%) Sodium 384mg (16%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 493 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	493kcal	25%
Carbohydrates	57g	19%
Protein	21g	42%
Fat	21g	32%
Saturated Fat	11g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat	0g	0%
Trans Fat	0g	0%
Cholesterol	58mg	19%
Sodium	384mg	16%
Fiber	7g	28%
Sugar	12g	24%