Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
414 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
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In under 30 minutes, the smooth, and decadent butternut squash cheese sauce perfectly coats the al dente macaroni noodles and makes for a dreamy dish the whole family will love.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons salted butter divided
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 10 ounces frozen butternut squash cubed
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil, and cook your macaroni according to the package directions, or until the pasta is al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a separate large pot or dutch oven, add 2 tablespoons of butter and let that melt over medium heat. Next, add the minced garlic. Let that cook in the butter for 1 minute, then add the frozen butternut squash and vegetable broth.
- Stir occasionally and bring the broth to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the squash in the broth until it becomes a smooth and creamy sauce.
- To the sauce, add the milk, remaining butter, grated cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir until everything is combined, and the cheese melts down.
- Once combined, add the drained pasta and fold everything together until combined. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage - Store the leftover Butternut Mac and Cheese in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- To reheat you can microwave a serving, or add it back to the pot over medium heat with a splash of milk and a little bit of butter. Cook until heated through then serve!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
414kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
10g
(50%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
47mg
(16%)
Sodium
713mg
(30%)
Potassium
327mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
4369IU
(87%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
270mg
(27%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 414 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 414kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 713mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 327mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 4369IU | 87% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 270mg | 27% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.0
3 reviews
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