BUTTERNUT MACARONI AND CHEESE (WITH SQUASH)

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I found a recipe for mac and cheese with butternut squash, then another and combined them and added a few twists of my own. This is a delicious fall meal!

Provided by newmama

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried sage (you can use a bit more of fresh)
2 teaspoons flour
3 cups milk
nutmeg
cayenne pepper
1 cup cheese, shredded (sharp cheddar, fontina, mozzarella)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 lb pasta (rotini or elbows)
1/4 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 425.
  • combine squash, olive oil and salt and pepper.
  • roast squash for about 40 minutes until it's tender and getting lightly browned.
  • reduce oven temp to 350.
  • meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet and saute onion, garlic and sage about 5 minutes.
  • stir in flour 2 minutes.
  • add milk and bring to a boil, whisking until thick.
  • stir in cheeses, cayenne, nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste.
  • add squash, smashing with a whisk until desired consistency.
  • cook pasta al dente, combine with sauce and pour into a greased casserole. Top with bread crumbs and bake 30-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 918.2, Fat 33.7, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 87.8, Sodium 606.3, Carbohydrate 120, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 6.3, Protein 35

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