This Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect fall comfort dish to savor the season. Creamy pumpkin, two types of cheese, and a savory topping come together to create the ultimate side dish. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, you’ll love the unique spin on a classic recipe!
It’s almost here…
The holidays are almost upon us, and soon enough, we’ll be zapped into a winter wonderland full of decorations, presents, Christmas movies, cookies (oh, the cookies!), desserts, and endless lines at the malls and stores.
But for now, we still have pumpkin and the calm before the storm, so to speak.
I love the holidays, and Christmas is my absolute favorite, but I’m trying to savor what’s left of fall before Thanksgiving hits, and that brings me to pumpkin.
And hearty, warm, and cheesy comfort food. Filled with pumpkin, of course!
This Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect fall comfort dish to savor the season. Creamy pumpkin, two types of cheese, and a savory topping come together to create the ultimate side dish. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, you’ll love the unique spin on a classic recipe!
I’ve always been a fan of macaroni and cheese. I mean, who isn’t, right? It’s warm, creamy, and oh-so cheesy. Just thinking about a big bowl gives me all the feels.
And let’s face it, even though I’ve been known to open the boxed kind, homemade always wins the taste test. It’s creamier, cheesier, and all-around better. Especially when it gets baked with a seasoned breadcrumb topping. Mmm mmm good!
If you like pumpkin and mac ‘n cheese, then you’ll adore this Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese. The combination may seem strange to some, but to me, it’s a match made in heaven.
Savory pumpkin, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and a parmesan breadcrumb topping makes this dish out-of-this-world delicious.
Comfort food at its finest, friends!
I’m planning on making this Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese for the holidays this year, and I guarantee it’s going to be a show stopper! Pumpkin and cheese…can it get any better?
If you’re looking for that last minute side dish for Thanksgiving or any other holiday, I guarantee this is sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters!
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This Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese is the perfect fall comfort dish to savor the season. Creamy pumpkin, two types of cheese, and a savory topping come together to create the ultimate side dish. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, you'll love the unique spin on a classic recipe!
15 minPrep Time
30 minCook Time
45 minTotal Time
Save RecipeIngredients
- 2 cups dry elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk, any kind (I used 2%)
- 1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped, fresh sage
- 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a medium pot, cook pasta according to pacakge directions. Drain and return to pot. Set aside.
- In another medium pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper.
- Gradually stir in cream and milk. Cook and stir until slightly thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and stir in pumpkin, mozzarella, cheddar cheese and sage.
- Pour mixture over cooked macaroni and toss to coat.
- Spread macaroni evenly into prepared baking dish. Set aside.
- To make the topping, in a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle evenly over macaroni.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until topping is browned and mixture is bubbly.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Slightly adapted from Better Homes & Gardens - Pumpkin magazine
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