Spray two 4” x 4” mini baking dishes or one 8x8 baking dish with olive oil spray and set aside.

Preheat oven to 350 deg f

Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until just al dente, drain and place in a large bowl

In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and mix until a paste forms then slowly add the milk a little at a time, whisking constantly keeping the mixture thick. Keep adding and once all the milk is added whisk until it’s the consistency of pudding. About 7 min. Add in the pumpkin, goat cheese, gruyere, salt and pepper and mix well. Pour into the bowl with the macaroni and mix until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly between the two dishes or in the one dish.

In a small bowl combine the panko and parmesan and some freshly ground pepper. Sprinkle evenly over the tops of the baking dishes or dish.

Bake for 25-30 min or until the tops are golden brown and pasta is bubbly. If the tops are browning too quickly, cover the pans with foil. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.