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Blue Cheese Pumpkin Baked Macaroni

October 2, 2012 By Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns 30 Comments

I think I may have caused some confusion yesterday when I mentioned ” the pumpkin fest” at my house and all of the things I have been making. I am trying not to post all of the recipes here because I know there are some that do not like pumpkin and I do not want you to abandon me in droves.

But I did receive several emails for my Pumpkin Macaroni recipe and so decided to post it today instead of just emailing it to those who asked. 

I use pumpkin all year, it is a super food and adds flavor and fiber to your diet without changing the tastes. In fact last year I made Pumpkin Ricotta Stuffed Shells and they were fabulous, unless you knew they had pumpkin in them you could not tell a difference in the taste of an Italian Stuffed Shell recipe. 

This year, as my second favorite food is cheese,  I thought I would try a macaroni and cheese dish. I found several great ideas from blogs and magazines, which I adapted to my own “go to” recipe to suit my taste.

Pumpkin Blue Cheese Macaroni 

Recipe adapted from Brokass Gourmet, Better Homes and Gardens, Rachael Ray and me!

Ingredients:

8 ounces of dried macaroni or whatever pasta shape you choose

2 tablespoons of butter

2 tablespoons of flour

1/4 teaspoon of salt

1/4 teaspoon of white ground pepper

1 cup of milk

1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream

1 15 oz can of pumpkin puree(not pie filling)

1 cup of Saga Blue Brie Cheese

1/8 cup grated fresh Parmesan

pinch of nutmeg

Topping: 

1/2 cup of grated white cheddar cheese

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350. Prepare an 8 x 8 inch pan with cooking spray or softened butter(my choice). Boil water and prepare the noodles, when el dente drain and set aside.

In sauce pan, melt the butter until brown, then add the flour, salt and pepper. Stir with a whisk until a paste forms. Then add milk and heavy cream, stir until thickened and bubbly then add the pumpkin, and the Saga Blue Brie along with the grated Parmesan  and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and the cheese is melted. Add the cooked and drained noodles. Mix well and pour into prepared pan. Sprinkle top with the white cheddar cheese.

Bake for 15 minutes, the broil for 1-3 minutes until top is  browned. Do not over bake or the macaroni will be dry. Serve with a side salad.

This macaroni is creamy and delicious. There is a hint of nutmeg and a mild tangy flavor from the Saga Blue Brie with a crunchy cheddar topping. The dish does come out this interesting orange color but it does not detract at all from the taste, unless you have an aversion to the color orange. 

I love this dish, it is one of my new favorites and in fact is now one of my husbands also. He enjoyed it so much he asked me to make it again this weekend, as did a friend whom I made a pan for. 

I hope that if  you try this or any other recipes you come back and let me know, I would love to hear how you changed the recipe to suit your tastes or your cheese drawer. 

Have a wonderful day! 

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Comments

  1. Jane and Lance Hattatt says

    October 2, 2012 at 7:04 am

    Hello Elizabeth:
    Although we are hopeless cooks we do have to say that this looks absolutely delicious and would make a wonderful lunch or light supper dish.

    And, by the way, your images are so good. Often food when photographed does not look its best – not so here.

    Reply
    • Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says

      October 2, 2012 at 4:36 pm

      Lance and Jane,

      You are so right, this is a delicious lunch and light supper with fresh salad.

      Thank you so much for you compliments about the photos. It is challenging to take photos of food.

      Reply
  2. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥ says

    October 2, 2012 at 9:26 am

    Oh THIS dish is soooooo getting made in my house! I LOVE pumpkin and may I say I worship BLUE CHEESE!!!!! thank you for the morning smile : ) hugs…

    Reply
    • Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says

      October 2, 2012 at 4:35 pm

      Andrea, I hope that if you make it you come back and let me know how you liked it.

      Reply
  3. The enchanted home says

    October 2, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Holy macaroni…this looks otherworldy good! Amazing…my kids would love this!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says

      October 2, 2012 at 4:37 pm

      Tina,

      I promise that you will love this macaroni and cheese! I hope you make it.

      Reply
  4. Sunday Taylor says

    October 2, 2012 at 2:50 pm

    Elizabeth, this sounds decadent and delicious! Yum…I love macaroni and cheese of any kind. And blue cheese is one of my favorites. Have a great week!

    Reply
    • Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says

      October 2, 2012 at 4:37 pm

      Sunday,

      It is all of the adjectives you used to describe it and more.

      I think it is now my favorite recipe for macaroni.

      Have a great day!

      Reply
  5. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) says

    October 2, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    Hi Elizabeth, Mac and cheese is probably my #1 comfort food, and I also love anything pumpkin. Hubby eats blue cheese whenever I give him the opportunity, so I'm thinking this recipe will be a winner in our house! In answer to an earlier question posed a few days ago, YES, I log snail mail. I did a post a few years ago too about that. Notes from my kids and friends are precious to me. I'm a new follower, off now to find a good banned book! 🙂 Linda

    Reply
  6. Stacy CUrran says

    October 2, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    I blame you in advance for my imminent weight gain when i inevitably make this!!
    Stacy

    Reply
  7. Woodside Park says

    October 2, 2012 at 5:58 pm

    Man, Elizabeth, you can cook! I wanna live in your house!! I love mac and cheese, and I'm always looking for ways to jazz it up. I've had it with bacon, lobster, chicken…..but never with pumpkin. Thanks for sharing this one. Ciao, Loi

    Reply
  8. Castles Crowns and Cottages says

    October 2, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    MY OH MY, if I was not lactose intolerant, this would be a hit at my house weekly! HELLO THERE MY DEAR! Anita

    Reply
  9. Karena says

    October 2, 2012 at 8:13 pm

    Elizabeth this sounds so decadently delish!! Yum!

    I am having an amazing Giveaway of Plush Pumpkins from Love Feast!
    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

    Reply
    • Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns says

      October 14, 2012 at 1:09 am

      Karena,

      Thank you for the give away reminder.

      Have a great week, Elizabeth

      Reply
  10. Bonnie says

    October 2, 2012 at 10:37 pm

    I think it looks amazing. I hope you have put it on pinterest so I can pin it. Thanks for sharing. It is the perfect time of the year to be sharing pumpkin recipes.

    Reply
  11. Acquired Objects says

    October 2, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    Elizabeth are you trying to do my hips in? Because now I'm thinking I'll make this and your pumpin bars this weekend and we'll have a feast of pumpkin! I love mac-n-cheese! Thanks for the recipes!

    XXX
    Debra~

    Reply
  12. designchic says

    October 3, 2012 at 12:03 am

    I am so hungry and this is one of my favorites – can't wait to try your recipe!

    Reply
  13. helen tilston says

    October 3, 2012 at 1:53 am

    Hello Elizabeth

    This recipe looks delicious and I love pumpkin as a vegetable.

    Helenx

    Reply
  14. Beverly says

    October 3, 2012 at 5:50 pm

    You've got me with this one, Elizabeth. I will be adding these ingredients to my grocery list this week.

    Reply
  15. April says

    October 4, 2012 at 7:43 pm

    Pumpkin, blue cheese, brie, macaroni… I think my brain just exploded… It really doesn't change the taste? Really?? I am very curious… but wary.

    Reply
  16. Athena at Minervas Garden says

    October 8, 2012 at 4:17 am

    Hello Elizabeth: I never thought to add pumpkin or blue cheese to mac and cheese, so I am very intrigued by your recipe. I will have to give it a try. I often add sauteed mushrooms and tomatoes to my mac and cheese.

    Reply
  17. Miz Helen says

    October 9, 2012 at 12:21 am

    Hi Elizabeth,
    I am visiting from Yvonne's On The Menu Monday. Your Pumpkin Blue Brie Cheese Baked Macaroni is a fabulous Macaroni Dish, a perfect presentation for the fall season. Hope you are having a great week and thanks for sharing!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  18. Debbi Does Dinner Healthy says

    October 12, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    This is excellent with the pumpkin! It looks wonderful, thanks!

    Reply
  19. Chubskulit Rose says

    October 14, 2012 at 2:49 am

    Looks so delicious! I am the featured blog this week, hope you can drop by.

    Pumpkin Fun
    Have an enjoyable pumpkin-licious weekend!

    Reply
  20. Pinky at Designs by Pinky says

    October 15, 2012 at 1:11 am

    I am so making this! Ilove pumpkin and am SO glad you posted this at ONMM at Yvonne's. She featured you today. XO, Pinky

    Reply
  21. Mary Neumann says

    October 15, 2012 at 1:55 am

    Yummm! I saw your great recipe share at Stone Gable – On the Menu Monday…what a great fall share! I pinned your recipe and plan on making this soon! Beautiful pictures!

    Reply
  22. The Charm of Home says

    October 17, 2012 at 6:27 pm

    Oh Whoa! What a great flavor combo! Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

    Reply
  23. Stan and Jody Gabara says

    October 18, 2012 at 7:33 am

    Thank you so much for sharing on Simple & Sweet Fridays.

    Jody

    Reply
  24. Lynn @The Vintage Nest says

    October 19, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    oh my …. oh my…… do I love love love cheese? Will I be making this on Saturday?

    Yes, Yes, Yes!

    Reply
  25. the cape on the corner says

    November 6, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    oh man, you're killin' me with this..it looks deelish! i saw you featured on another site, and i had to come over and give you some comment love on this amazing concoction!

    Reply

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