Description
Indulge in a comforting and creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese, a perfect blend of classic flavors with a nutritious twist. This dish combines tender cubes of butternut squash with a rich cheese sauce, creating a velvety coating for al dente pasta. A wholesome and satisfying meal that’s ideal for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 oz elbow macaroni or pasta of choice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Butternut Squash Sauce:
- 2 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Butternut Squash Sauce: Saute garlic in butter, add squash and broth, simmer until tender. Blend with milk, cream, mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in Cheese: Return sauce to heat, melt in cheddar and Parmesan. Add pasta and toss.
- Serve: Enjoy warm.
Notes
- For extra texture, bake the mac and cheese topped with breadcrumbs at 375°F for 10 minutes.
- You can use frozen butternut squash to save time, or add sautéed spinach or peas for more veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
