Description
A creamy, savory fusion of sharp cheddar and pumpkin puree, topped with festive sprinkles for a spooky Halloween twist.
Ingredients
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- 16 oz cavatappi or shell pasta
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp Halloween-themed sprinkles
- 1/2 cup extra cheddar cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Boil pasta in salted water for 2 minutes less than the package directions, then drain.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat and whisk in flour for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk and pumpkin puree until the mixture is smooth and simmering.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in 3 cups of shredded cheddar until melted.
- Stir in garlic powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce until evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and top with extra cheese and Halloween sprinkles.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American