Description
Butternut squash mac cheese is a delightful twist on traditional comfort food that combines the earthy sweetness of roasted butternut squash with creamy, rich cheese. This dish offers a satisfying texture and flavor that will warm your soul, making it perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium butternut squash
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the butternut squash, scoop out seeds, and roast cut-side down on a baking sheet for 30-35 minutes until tender.
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- Sauté chopped onions in melted butter until translucent. Blend roasted squash with milk until smooth, then stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, adding any desired vegetables or proteins.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko bread crumbs mixed with Parmesan cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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