BUTTERNUT SQUASH MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Categories     Pasta     Bake     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
1 cup homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat
1 1/2 cups nonfat milk
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound elbow macaroni
4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated (about 1 cup)
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, finely grated (1 ounce)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil
Olive-oil cooking spray or butter, to grease baking pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine squash, stock, and milk in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until squash is tender when pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Mash contents of saucepan; stir in nutmeg, cayenne, and salt, and season with black pepper. Stir to combine. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles; cook until al dente according to package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl; stir in squash mixture, cheddar, ricotta, and 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Lightly coat a 9-inch square baking dish (4 inches deep) with cooking spray or coat with butter. Transfer noodle mixture to dish. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan, and oil; sprinkle evenly over noodle mixture. Cover with foil, and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil, and continue baking until lightly browned and crisp on top, 20 to 40 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Rodi Sayegh
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This mac and cheese is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a delicious and easy-to-make dish that the whole family will love.


Teri Craft
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I love the combination of butternut squash and cheese in this mac and cheese. It's a unique and delicious dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Oshadi Bandara
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food! It's creamy, cheesy, and has a delicious butternut squash flavor.


jordan pomare
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I'm always looking for new ways to make mac and cheese and this recipe definitely caught my eye. The butternut squash adds a unique and delicious flavor that I really enjoyed.


Md. Fozlul Azlm
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This mac and cheese is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the butternut squash and they didn't even realize they were eating it!


Nomagugu Hlongwane
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I really liked this mac and cheese! The squash flavor was subtle and it added a nice sweetness to the dish.


M. Fahad
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I made this mac and cheese for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and creamy texture.


Alan Chahwan
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my kids.


Oyshe Islam
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I'm always looking for new and interesting mac and cheese recipes and this one definitely fits the bill! The butternut squash gives it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


Shani Malhi
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This mac and cheese is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It's also a delicious and comforting dish that the whole family will love.


Arkan Dawit
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I love how creamy and cheesy this mac and cheese is! The butternut squash adds a nice touch of sweetness.


Asfand Bakhar
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I was looking for a new mac and cheese recipe and this one did not disappoint! It was easy to make and tasted amazing.


Gambo Amu
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The butternut squash gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Phindiswa Ellen
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but this mac and cheese changed my mind! It was so delicious and I couldn't get enough of it.


Jill Ravusiro
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Md Saiful islam Md Saifull islam
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Alayinke Keukeu
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This butternut squash mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The butternut squash added a nice sweetness and depth of flavor to the dish.


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