CREAMY BUTTERNUT SQUASH MAC AND CHEESE

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This is a delicious recipe for butternut squash mac and cheese that is husband and kid approved. Just beware of portion control; you'll want seconds and then some. Play around with the recipe, it's fairly forgiving.

Provided by Merritt

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
3 cups mashed cooked butternut squash
½ cup skim milk
½ cup cottage cheese
⅓ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon olive oil
⅛ teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch cayenne pepper
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Place cooked squash in the bowl of a food processor; process until pureed. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in cooked pasta, milk, cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, olive oil, bouillon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper until completely blended and creamy. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 8.5 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 121.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

myla raquino
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This mac and cheese was a bit too rich for my taste, but my kids loved it!


Shafauet Ullah
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I'm not a huge fan of butternut squash, but I really enjoyed this mac and cheese. The squash flavor was subtle and the cheese sauce was very flavorful.


Keviena Coleman-Mason
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This butternut squash mac and cheese is a must-try! It's the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and flavorful.


King Sagun
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I'm always looking for new mac and cheese recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint! It was so creamy and flavorful, and the butternut squash added a nice touch of sweetness.


Angie Seabolt
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This mac and cheese is the perfect fall comfort food. It's warm, cheesy, and so satisfying.


Parvin Sultana
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I love the combination of butternut squash and cheese in this mac and cheese. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic dish.


Yonatan Fitsumberhan
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This is my new favorite mac and cheese recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Jo Blaney
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I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the picky eaters.


Nadim fawaz
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This mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food! It's cheesy, creamy, and so satisfying. I love the addition of butternut squash, it gives the dish a unique flavor and texture.


Adib Gaming YT
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this butternut squash version changed my mind! It was so creamy and flavorful, and the squash added a nice sweetness.


Nondon Das
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This dish was easy to make and so delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The butternut squash was sweet and creamy, the cheese sauce was rich and cheesy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente.


Faheem Sethi
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing! The butternut squash and cheese sauce were so flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


John Colley
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This butternut squash mac and cheese was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the squash added a creamy texture that made the dish extra decadent.