Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese. This creamy dish combines the rich flavors of sharp cheddar cheese and sweet roasted butternut squash, creating a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this vibrant dish is not only comforting but also visually stunning, ensuring that each bite warms your heart and fills your belly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast butternut squash on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mash roasted squash and combine with macaroni and cheese sauce.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 37mg