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Low Calorie Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A healthier twist on classic comfort food, this pumpkin mac and cheese is creamy, flavorful, and low in calories.

Ingredients

Pumpkin

  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 garlic clove garlic (minced)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt (plus more if desired)
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup low fat sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 8 oz Banza Protein Pasta (or regular elbow macaroni)
  • 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (optional)

Instructions 

  • Combine pumpkin, garlic, salt, and almond milk in a large pot and simmer.
  • Add cheese and cook until melted.
  • Cook pasta separately according to package instructions.
  • Mix cooked pasta into the pumpkin cheese sauce.
  • Add optional toppings and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of Italian seasoning or parmesan cheese.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy, Pasta, pumpkin