Easy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Description
This easy version of mac and cheese is made with whole wheat pasta and gets a nutrition boost from pumpkin puree too.
Ingredients
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13 1/4 ounces whole wheat spiral pasta
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 large onion, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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1/4 cup whole wheat flour
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2 cups soy milk
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1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
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1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions
1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in whole wheat flour until combined. Stir in soy milk, pumpkin puree, and Cheddar cheese.
3
Drain pasta and mix into the sauce. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.