MACARONI AND CHEESE (WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH OR CAULIFLOWER)

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Created by Jessica Seinfeld From the book Deceptively Delicious Jessica says, " I leave a box of store-bought macaroni and cheese out on the counter and the kids naturally assume ..."

Provided by Karen in MA

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup nonfat milk (skim)
1/2 cup butternut squash or 1/2 cup cauliflower, puree
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain in a colander.
  • While the macaroni is cooking, coat a large saucepan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
  • Add the oil, then the flour, and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture resembles a thick paste but has not browned (1-2 minutes).
  • Add the milk and cook, stirring every now and then, until the mixture begins to thicken (3 to 4 minutes).
  • Add the vegetable puree, cheddar, cream cheese and seasonings and stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Stir in the macaroni and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.1, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 18.8, Cholesterol 91.3, Sodium 745.5, Carbohydrate 35.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3, Protein 22.8

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