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Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese

A creamy and delicious twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring butternut squash.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
  3. Steam or boil butternut squash until tender, then puree.
  4. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk, stirring until thickened.
  6. Add cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  7. Mix in pureed squash, cooked macaroni, salt, and pepper.
  8. Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Comfort Food
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