Pumpkin Mac-N-Cheese W/ Toasted Pepitas + Black Sesame Seeds Recipe

Name: Pumpkin Mac-N-Cheese W/ Toasted Pepitas + Black Sesame Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound macaroni, cooked al dente; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 cups pumpkin puree; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 1/2 to 2 cups cream or half and half; 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded; salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 cup bread crumbs; 1/4 cup pepitas, roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Servings: persons

1 pound macaroni, cooked al dente
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 to 2 cups cream or half and half
2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup bread crumbs
1/4 cup pepitas, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

1
In a heavy bottomed dutch oven (big enough to hold all the pasta) set over medium high heat, add the pumpkin and cook - continuously stirring - until some of the moisture has evaporated. Add the butter and stir until melted and completely combined with the pumpkin.
2
Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and whisk to combine, cooking for about one minute. While continuing to whisk, add the cream, creating a smooth sauce. Add the cheese in small handfuls, stirring until melted. Add the pasta and gently toss to coat in the cheese and pumpkin sauce. Turn off the heat. Add more cream or half and half if the pasta soaks up too much of the sauce and seems too dry.
3
Evenly sprinkle the bread crumbs, pepitas, and sesame seeds over the top of the pasta. Place under a high broiler until the bread crumbs just begin to brown - moving the dutch oven around as necessary. Serve hot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound macaroni, cooked al dente, 4 tablespoons butter, 2 cups pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Mac-N-Cheese W/ Toasted Pepitas + Black Sesame Seeds falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pumpkin Mac-N-Cheese W/ Toasted Pepitas + Black Sesame Seeds

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