Best 8 Pumpkin Chipotle Mac And Cheese Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing journey of flavors with our Pumpkin Chipotle Mac and Cheese. This innovative dish artfully blends the sweetness of pumpkin, the smoky heat of chipotle peppers, and the comforting richness of mac and cheese. Each bite is a symphony of textures, from the creamy sauce to the tender pasta and the pop of roasted pumpkin seeds. Whether you're a fan of spicy dishes or simply seeking a unique and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. Additionally, we have curated a collection of other delectable mac and cheese recipes to cater to diverse preferences. From a classic Southern-style mac and cheese to a decadent lobster mac and cheese, our selection promises to transport you to culinary heaven.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PUMPKIN-CHIPOTLE MAC AND CHEESE



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Start your Pumpkin-Chipotle Mac and Cheese with from-scratch sauce and you're headed in the right direction! Pumpkin-Chipotle Mac and Cheese is a smoky, spicy autumn dish that is great any night of the week. Top this baked wonder with pepitas and enjoy.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cavatappi, uncooked
2 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
2 cups milk
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Chipotle Cheese, shredded
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
1/4 cup chopped pepitas (shelled pumpkin seeds)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add flour and mustard; cook and stir 1 min. Gradually stir in milk; cook 3 to 5 min. or until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese, Parmesan and pumpkin; mix well.
  • Drain pasta; return to pan. Add pumpkin mixture; mix well. Pour into 1-1/2 qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through. Sprinkle with pepitas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 19 g

PUMPKIN MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: pumpkin, oil, salt, pepper, dried sage, butter, flour, milk, ground nutmeg, garlic powder, pepper, cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, macaroni pasta, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese

Provided by Ellie Holland

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 ¼ cups pumpkin, or squash, chopped
2 tablespoons oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried sage
⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup flour
2 ½ cups milk
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cheddar cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese
2 ½ cups macaroni pasta, cooked and drained
½ cup cheddar cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F)
  • Chop up the pumpkin into chunks and place on a baking tray.
  • Drizzle over the oil, salt, pepper, and ground sage, and coat evenly with your hands.
  • Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  • Once cooked leave to cool slightly and blend ⅓ of the pumpkin, set aside.
  • For the sauce, in a large ovenproof pan, melt the butter over a medium-low heat.
  • Gradually mix in the flour to create a roux.
  • Add the milk in 4-5 parts stirring well in between.
  • Continue to stir and cook the sauce for a further 5-10 minutes or until the sauce is simmering and thickened.
  • Stir in the ground nutmeg, garlic powder, pepper, cheddar, and Parmesan.
  • Stir in the blended pumpkin.
  • Stir in the remaining whole pumpkin and macaroni, mix until combined.
  • Top with the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • Grill for 10 minutes at 200°C (400°F) until the cheese is brown and bubbling.
  • Serve.
  • Nutrition Calories: 1525 Fat: 99 grams Carbs: 110grams Fiber: 6 grams Sugars: 49 grams Protein: 49 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1161 calories, Carbohydrate 93 grams, Fat 64 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CHIPOTLE MAC AND CHEESE



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This macaroni and cheese is smoky, spicy, and absolutely delicious. You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less chipotles.

Provided by Krisha Stevens

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
3 cups whole milk
½ cup butter
½ cup minced onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray, and place the macaroni into the bottom of the dish. Heat milk in a saucepan until hot but not boiling.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan, and cook and stir the onion, garlic, and chipotle chiles until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Whisk in flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, and let cook for about 3 minutes, whisking constantly to avoid burning. Whisk in the hot milk, 1/2 cup at a time, and stir in paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer (do not boil), whisking constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the cheeses, about 1/2 cup at a time, and stir until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is thick and smooth.
  • Pour the sauce over the macaroni in the baking dish, and stir gently to combine. Cover the dish with foil.
  • Bake covered until the dish is bubbling and the macaroni has absorbed some of the sauce, about 40 minutes. Uncover, and bake until golden brown on the edges, 10 to 15 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 54.6 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 263.6 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CHIPOTLE MAC & CHEESE



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Beefy and bubbly, this Southwestern pasta bake heats up the dinner hour with a peppery bite. -Cyndy Gerken, Naples, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 package (16 ounces) cavatappi or spiral pasta
2 pounds ground beef
2 large onions, chopped
2 large green peppers, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions to al dente. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions, green peppers and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain., Stir in the tomatoes, soup, milk, chipotle pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes., Drain pasta; stir into meat mixture. Divide between 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes; sprinkle with cheese., Cover and bake casseroles at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with cilantro., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casseroles for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 60 minutes. Uncover; bake until bubbly and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 913mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

CHIPOTLE MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Creamy mac and cheese gets a spicy kick with the addition of chipotle peppers and pepper jack cheese.

Provided by ARGO®, KARO® and FLEISCHMANN'S®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions
1 quart half and half, divided
1 chipotle pepper from canned chipotles in adobo sauce, or more to taste
5 cube (blank)s chicken bouillon cubes
3 cloves fresh garlic, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon Spice Islands® Onion Powder
½ teaspoon Spice Islands® Fine Grind Black Pepper
¼ cup Argo® OR Kingsford's® Corn Starch
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded pepperjack cheese
1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese OR sprinkle with Spice Islands® Paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Blend 2 cups half and half, chipotle pepper(s), bouillon cubes and garlic in a blender or food processor until well blended. Pour into a large saucepan; add onion powder, black pepper, remaining 2 cups of half and half and corn starch. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil; boil and stir for 1 minute or until very thick. Remove from heat.
  • Gradually stir in cheeses until melted. Add cooked pasta and stir until blended. Pour mixture into a greased 3-quart casserole dish (or 13 x 9-inch pan) and sprinkle with desired topping.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until browned and bubbly around edges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 556 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 98.4 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 986.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

PUMPKIN MAC AND CHEESE



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If you've ever had pumpkin ravioli--pasta pillows filled with cheesy and earthy-sweet pumpkin--you'll love this mac and cheese. Adding canned pumpkin to the bechamel sauce thickens it, making it extra creamy and vibrantly orange. The crowning touch? You top the dish with whole slices of Cheddar and slide it under the broiler for a few minutes to achieve a golden brown layer of pure melty goodness.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for the baking dish
Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni or shells
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups half-and-half
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
One 15-ounce can pure pumpkin puree
16 ounces extra-sharp yellow Cheddar, grated (about 6 cups)
6 deli slices yellow Cheddar (about 5 ounces)

Steps:

  • Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and rinse under cold water.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until the mixture is smooth and golden, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the half-and-half, Dijon, cayenne, nutmeg, garlic powder and 2 teaspoons salt and cook, whisking occasionally, until the sauce begins to boil and thicken enough to hold a trail by the whisk, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the pumpkin puree and grated Cheddar until the cheese just melts. Stir in the pasta, adding enough of the reserved pasta water as needed to make a creamy sauce.
  • If your broiler is in the top of the oven, move the oven rack to the center. Preheat the broiler.
  • Transfer the mac and cheese to the baking dish, top with the Cheddar slices and broil until the cheese is melted and the top browns in places, 8 to 9 minutes.

PUMPKIN MAC AND CHEESE



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Our recipe for homemade mac and cheese gets a burst of fall flavor with the addition of canned pumpkin. It's ready in under an hour.

Provided by By Inspired Taste

Categories     Side Dish

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 oz) elbow macaroni
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with whisk. Remove from heat; stir in milk. Heat to simmering; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, mustard and pumpkin. Add 1 3/4 cups of the cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, until cheese is melted.
  • Add macaroni to cheese sauce and stir until coated. Pour into ungreased 3-quart casserole. Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

FLEMING'S STEAKHOUSE CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Is there anything at Fleming's Steakhouse that isn't just wonderful? If it wasn't so expensive I'd eat there more often but when you can make it at home for a fraction of the cost, why not? This was posted in our local newspaper and its directly from the executive chef Russell Skall.

Provided by Zephs Wife

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb pasta (cavatappi or curly)
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup onion, 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups half-and-half
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon white pepper (ground)
3/4 lb smoked cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 lb cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder (chipotle chili powder)
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large pot, bring 1 gallon of water to boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and pasta and cook for 8 - 9 minutes
  • Drain pasta and cool under cold running water. Pasta should be slightly firm. Toss drained pasta in oil and reserve.
  • Melt butter in a large sauce pot over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 4 - 5 minute.
  • Add flour and cook 1 - 2 minute but do not brown.
  • Add cream, half and half, kosher salt and white pepper.
  • Bring pot to a simmer. Cook until sauce is thick, about 5 - 6 minute Blend cheese into sauce and add cooked pasta.
  • Pour pasta and sauce into a 9 x 12" baking dish. Reserve.
  • In a saute pan over medium-high heat, add oil and chipotle chili powder. Heat for 30 seconds, until pan starts to smoke. Remove from stove and stir in bread crumbs.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs over the pasta and bake for 15 - 20 minute until golden. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 953.6, Fat 67.7, SaturatedFat 40.2, Cholesterol 205.3, Sodium 1515.5, Carbohydrate 60.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.3, Protein 27.5

Tips:

- For a creamier mac and cheese, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk. - Add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese for a more flavorful mac and cheese. - If you don't have chipotle peppers in adobo, you can use 1 teaspoon of chili powder and 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika. - To make the mac and cheese spicier, add more chipotle peppers or chili powder. - If you don't have pumpkin puree, you can make your own by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing it in a food processor. - For a crispy topping, sprinkle the mac and cheese with bread crumbs or crushed crackers before baking. - Serve the mac and cheese with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This pumpkin chipotle mac and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a fall meal. The pumpkin and chipotle peppers give the mac and cheese a unique and flavorful twist. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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