Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is a delicious twist on a classic comfort food that combines the savory creaminess of mac and cheese with the rich, earthy flavor of pumpkin.

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Create kid-friendly meals without the fuss

Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools.

It can be challenging to find quality time to spend with loved ones, let alone get a wholesome, homemade meal on the table.

A simple way to create more moments with your family and still serve up nutritious and delicious dinners is to make sure you have canned foods on-hand.

According to a study published in “Nutrients,” a pantry stocked with canned produce helps adults and kids eat more nutrient-rich foods, leading to healthier overall diets.

Canned foods also help cut down on meal prep, so you spend less time in the kitchen and more time together with your family doing the things you love.

Fresh fruits and vegetables are harvested at the peak of ripeness and canned within only four hours after being picked, sealing in their nutrition and flavor. 

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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini or medium shell pasta
• 5 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Directions for Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.

Heat oven to 375 F.

Grease 1 1/2-quart baking dish. In 4-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute. Gradually stir in evaporated milk and milk; cook until mixture is thickened and smooth. Stir in pumpkin, salt, pepper and nutmeg.

Remove from heat; whisk in cheeses until smooth. Stir in cooked pasta; toss to mix well. Spoon into baking dish.

Melt remaining butter; stir in breadcrumbs to coat well. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake 30 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly and mixture is golden.

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Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Pumpkin Mac and Cheese is a delicious twist on a classic comfort food that combines the savory creaminess of mac and cheese with the rich, earthy flavor of pumpkin.

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Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini or medium shell pasta
• 5 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
2. Heat oven to 375 F.
3. Grease 1 1/2-quart baking dish. In 4-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute. Gradually stir in evaporated milk and milk; cook until mixture is thickened and smooth. Stir in pumpkin, salt, pepper and nutmeg.
4. Remove from heat; whisk in cheeses until smooth. Stir in cooked pasta; toss to mix well. Spoon into baking dish.
5. Melt remaining butter; stir in breadcrumbs to coat well. Sprinkle on top of casserole. Bake 30 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly and mixture is golden.

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