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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese in a Mug
This recipe is so easy to make even a kid can do it! Cheesy and delicious Mug Pumpkin Mac and Cheese gets some extra nutrition thanks to the pumpkin!
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
8 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 465 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup small pasta fusilli, macaroni or shells would work
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- Kosher or sea salt
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta and water for 1:30-2 minutes in a 10 ounce mug stopping a few times towards the end to stir to prevent water from boiling over.
- Add milk, pumpkin puree and salt and and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes stopping to stir occasionally. Cover and allow to rest for 3-5 minutes. Check pasta to make sure it’s cooked through.
- Stir in cheese, cover for 1 minutes until melted and serve.
Cup of Yum
Notes
- Stir Often: To prevent the water from boiling over, stir every 30 seconds while the pasta cooks. This also ensures even cooking.
- Let It Rest: Letting the mac and cheese sit for a few minutes covered helps the pasta soak up the liquid, making the sauce thicker and creamier.
- Watch Your Microwave: Every microwave is different, so adjust the cooking time based on your microwave’s power to avoid overcooking.
- Kid-Friendly: Kids will love the cheesy goodness, and it’s a fun recipe they can help with!
Nutrition Information
Calories
465kcal
(23%)
Carbohydrates
58g
(19%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
15g
(23%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
50mg
(17%)
Sodium
380mg
(16%)
Potassium
328mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
5120IU
(102%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
364mg
(36%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 465
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 465kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 58g | 19% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 380mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 328mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 5120IU | 102% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 364mg | 36% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.