Easy Pumpkin Mac and Cheese

Ingredients (10)

• 1 pound (450g) pasta, such as macaroni or shells
• Salt, as needed
• 4 tablespoons (55g) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (470ml) milk, whole or 2% are best
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg
• 1 cup (227g) pure pumpkin puree, try homemade pumpkin puree
• 2 cups (226g) grated sharp cheddar cheese, 8 ounces