BUTTERNUT SQUASH MAC AND CHEESE
I know it sounds odd, but my girl LOVED butternut squash! This dog might even go for it before a steak, especially if there were also pasta and cheese involved in the deal!
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 5 servings (Boo counted for 2)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat a pot of water to boil for the pasta. Salt the water then add the pasta and cook to al dente or, with a bite to it.
- While pasta cooks, heat a medium heavy bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the extra-virgin olive oil and butter. When the butter melts into the oil, add the thyme and grate the onion directly into the pot with a hand held grater or Microplane. Cook the grated onion in butter and oil 1 to 2 minutes, then add flour and cook together 1 to 2 more minutes. Whisk in stock, then combine with butternut squash until warmed through and smooth. Stir in cream or half-and-half and bring sauce to a bubble. Stir in cheeses in a figure 8 motion and season the completed sauce with salt, nutmeg and pepper. Taste to adjust seasonings.
- Drain cooked pasta well and combine with sauce. Serve alongside chicken sammies and top with thyme leaves picked from remaining sprigs (Boo would also have a little extra sprinkle of that cheese, please!)
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Imran shadaa
[email protected]This mac and cheese was a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding some more milk next time.
Your Dr
[email protected]This mac and cheese was a bit too runny for my taste. I would recommend cooking it for a bit longer next time.
Forson Gilbert
[email protected]I found this mac and cheese to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices next time.
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[email protected]This mac and cheese was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less butternut squash next time.
Jutt Saab11
[email protected]I love this mac and cheese! It is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.
md sohidjt
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a great comfort food. It is perfect for a cold winter night.
Aziza Alm
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese in a slow cooker and it turned out great! The slow cooker allowed the flavors to meld together and the mac and cheese was very creamy.
Mukisa Marah
[email protected]I added some cooked bacon to this mac and cheese and it was amazing! The bacon added a nice smoky flavor to the dish.
Carl Luallen
[email protected]This mac and cheese is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. It is also a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables.
Collins Ikechukwu Onukwugha
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I am not a big fan of butternut squash. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it. The butternut squash added a nice sweetness to the dish and the mac and cheese was very creamy and flavorf
Thato Loate
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese for my kids and they loved it! It is a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.
Clarence Magobiane
[email protected]This mac and cheese was easy to make and it tasted delicious. I will definitely be making it again.
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[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The butternut squash added a nice sweetness to the dish.
mdmunna Islam
[email protected]This is the best mac and cheese I have ever eaten! It is so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Leon Bamunoonye
[email protected]I made this mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Omenogor Emmanuel
[email protected]This butternut squash mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. The butternut squash added a nice sweetness to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.