Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
In under 30 minutes, the smooth, and decadent butternut squash cheese sauce perfectly coats the al dente macaroni noodles and makes for a dreamy dish the whole family will love.
Equipment
- immersion blender
Ingredients
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (divided)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 10 ounces frozen butternut squash (cubed)
- 1 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated )
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil, and cook your macaroni according to the package directions, or until the pasta is al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a separate large pot or dutch oven, add 2 tablespoons of butter and let that melt over medium heat. Next, add the minced garlic. Let that cook in the butter for 1 minute, then add the frozen butternut squash and vegetable broth.
- Stir occasionally and bring the broth to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the squash in the broth until it becomes a smooth and creamy sauce.
- To the sauce, add the milk, remaining butter, grated cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Stir until everything is combined, and the cheese melts down.
- Once combined, add the drained pasta and fold everything together until combined. Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Notes
Storage - Store the leftover Butternut Mac and Cheese in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To reheat you can microwave a serving, or add it back to the pot over medium heat with a splash of milk and a little bit of butter. Cook until heated through then serve!
Nutrition
Calories: 414kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 713mgPotassium: 327mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 4369IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 270mgIron: 1mg
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.