Description
This creamy butternut squash mac and cheese is a delicious and healthy twist on a classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butternut squash, roasted
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in the roasted butternut squash and milk, cooking until heated through.
- Mix in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce, mixing well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can use whole wheat pasta.
- Add a sprinkle of breadcrumbs on top before baking for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg