Spinach Bacon Pumpkin Mac and Cheese: A Comforting Delight
A delicious blend of spinach, bacon, and pumpkin in creamy mac and cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- In the same skillet, add spinach and cook until wilted.
- In a large bowl, mix macaroni, pumpkin puree, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the spinach and crumbled bacon. Add shredded cheese and mix well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables or different types of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 56 grams
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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