5.0 from 12 votes
Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese
Creamy stove-top Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese with jalapeños is a delicious addition to any fall table. It's the perfect thing to make if you have leftover pumpkin and leftover cheese after the holiday.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 TO 8
Calories: 273 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
French , American
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni
- 2 to 3 jalapeños deseeded and diced
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 + 1/2 cup whole milk divided
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 4 ounces raclette cheese finely grated
- 4 ounces gruyere cheese finely grated
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Pour in the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 5 to 6 minutes, or as directed per the instructions on the package of pasta.
- To a medium saucepan set over medium-low heat, add the jalapeños, butter and flour. Cook the roux, until the butter melts and a paste forms. Whisk in the 2 1/2 cups of milk and bring the sauce to a very slight boil, whisking the entire time, and cook for about 5 to 6 minutes. Turn the heat off and allow the milk mixture to cool for about 3 minutes. Stir in the pumpkin and cheeses. If it’s a bit too thick, you can add a 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup milk. Give it a taste and add salt to taste; I added about 2 teaspoons of salt.
- To the pot, add the macaroni and toss with the cheesy sauce. Give it another taste and adjust the salt to taste (I added a bit more). Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Tips and Tricks
- If you don't have access to raclette cheese, you can substitute with other melty cheeses, such as:
- gruyére
- jarlsberg
- comté
- morbier
Nutrition Information
Serving
6g
Calories
273kcal
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6TO 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.