Smoky Pumpkin Mac & Cheese

Heirloom Spice Co.
Servings

6

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Dinner

Cozy, creamy, and packed with fall flavor! This Pumpkin Mac & Cheese combines rich, velvety pumpkin with our Smoky Cheddar Cheese Blend for a deliciously comforting twist on a classic favorite. The subtle sweetness of pumpkin pairs perfectly with smoky, cheesy goodness for a dish that's perfect for chilly fall evenings. A seasonal spin on comfort food the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • ½ pound bacon
  • 1 pound pasta
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 shallot, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1 can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup Smoky Cheddar Cheese Blend
  • 8 ounces smoked gouda, shredded

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400ºF. Lay strips of bacon and a foil lined sheet pan. Bake until bacon reaches desired crispiness. Transfer cooked bacon to a paper towel line plate to drain. Once cooled, chop and set aside until serving.
  2. Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium-heat. Add in the shallots and sauté, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until softened and nearly translucent. Stir in the sage and cook until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in the flour, and stirring constantly, cook for 1 minute. Slowly add in the milk, whisking constantly as you add. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Whisk in pumpkin puree and heavy cream.
  6. Bring mixture to a low simmer. Whisk in Smoky Cheddar Cheese Blend and smoked gouda until completely melted and combined.
  7. Remove pan from heat. Add cooked pasta and bacon and stir until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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