Pumpkin Cheddar Mac N Cheese

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Rachael rays

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Steps

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Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

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Salt it and cook the pasta to al dente.

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Drain and reserve.

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Pre heat the broiler.

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Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

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Whisk in the flour , cook for 1 minute , then raise the heat a bit and add the beer or chicken stocl.

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Reduce until almost evaporated , then whick in the honey or maple syrup and milk.

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Season with allspice , mustard , cayenne , a little freshly grated nutmeg and some salt and pepper.

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Thicken to coat a spoon , couple of minutes , then taste to adjust the seasonings.

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Whisk in the pumpkin puree , then stir in about 2 cups grated cheese with a wooden spoon until melted.

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Combine the pasta with the sauce and arrange in a casserole dish.

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Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and a light dusting of paprila.

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Broil to brown and bubble.

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Garnish with chopped chives.

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Ingredients

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whole wheat pasta, butter, flour, amber beer, honey, whole milk, allspice, ground mustard, cayenne pepper, fresh nutmeg, pumpkin puree, sharp cheddar cheese, sweet paprika, chives