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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

A creamy and comforting mac and cheese with a healthy twist from roasted butternut squash.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main, Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Butternut Squash Puree
  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to taste
Mac and Cheese
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni or pasta of choice
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup milk whole or low-fat
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated

Method
 

Prepare Butternut Squash
  1. 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.
  2. Once roasted, let it cool slightly, then blend until smooth to create a puree.
Cook Pasta
  1. 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
  1. 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.
  2. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
Combine and Bake
  1. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Transfer to a greased baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 4gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to add breadcrumbs on top for extra crunch before baking.

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