Ingredients
Method
Prepare Butternut Squash
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Once roasted, let it cool slightly, then blend until smooth to create a puree.
Cook Pasta
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make Cheese Sauce
- In the same pot, combine the butternut squash puree, milk, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and nutmeg. Stir over medium heat until smooth and heated through.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
Combine and Bake
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Nutrition
Notes
Feel free to add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch before baking.
