BUTTERNUT SQUASH MACARONI AND CHEESE

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Categories     Pasta     Bake     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small butternut squash (about 1 pound), peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 3 cups)
1 cup homemade or low-sodium canned chicken stock, skimmed of fat
1 1/2 cups nonfat milk
Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 pound elbow macaroni
4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated (about 1 cup)
4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, finely grated (1 ounce)
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon olive oil
Olive-oil cooking spray or butter, to grease baking pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Combine squash, stock, and milk in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until squash is tender when pierced with a fork, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Mash contents of saucepan; stir in nutmeg, cayenne, and salt, and season with black pepper. Stir to combine. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add noodles; cook until al dente according to package instructions, about 8 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a large bowl; stir in squash mixture, cheddar, ricotta, and 2 tablespoons Parmesan. Lightly coat a 9-inch square baking dish (4 inches deep) with cooking spray or coat with butter. Transfer noodle mixture to dish. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan, and oil; sprinkle evenly over noodle mixture. Cover with foil, and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil, and continue baking until lightly browned and crisp on top, 20 to 40 minutes more. Serve immediately.

Loay Elias
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This was the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The butternut squash and cheese sauce were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Mthuthuzeli Mangxaba
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I'm a huge fan of butternut squash and I love mac and cheese, so I was really excited to try this recipe. It did not disappoint! The butternut squash added a delicious sweetness to the mac and cheese and the panko breadcrumb topping was the perfect f


Blak Imran
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This recipe was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I think it could have used more seasoning or maybe some different ingredients to give it more flavor.


Derrick Zana
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I think the butternut squash added a really nice flavor to the mac and cheese.


Nadiya Zahed
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This was the worst mac and cheese I've ever had! The butternut squash was bland and the cheese sauce was clumpy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Ninsiima Grace
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I've never made mac and cheese with butternut squash before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe! It was delicious and my family loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


Shaimaa Abdo
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for my taste. I think I would have preferred a simpler mac and cheese recipe.


rj mdaponkhan
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I'm not a big fan of butternut squash, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The squash flavor was subtle and it really complemented the cheese. I would definitely make this again.


JOHN OTIENO
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This was the best butternut squash mac and cheese I've ever had! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ramesh Mahara
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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They ate it all up and even asked for seconds. I think the butternut squash made it extra creamy and delicious.


JAM SHER
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste. I think it would have been better if I had used a different type of cheese, or maybe if I had added some vegetables to lighten it up.


Hihi Gjj
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of butternut squash and cheese. It's the perfect comfort food.


Rodrigo Barrera
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This mac and cheese was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I think it could have used more cheese or maybe some different ingredients to give it more flavor.


Talha Javed
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe. I think the butternut squash really made this dish special.


CAROL MUDAU
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning, or maybe some different spices. The butternut squash was a nice touch, but I think it would have been better if it had been roasted first.


Shehezad Shehezad
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I followed the recipe exactly and my mac and cheese turned out great! It was creamy and flavorful, and the panko breadcrumb topping added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy mac and chees


Abery James
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This is the best mac and cheese I have ever had! The butternut squash and panko breadcrumb topping are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ronnie Sanderlin
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! I used a whole butternut squash and it made a lot of mac and cheese, which was great because I had a lot of people to feed. The only thing I would change is that I would add a little more salt and p


Annalizah Tep
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This butternut squash macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! The squash added a delicious sweetness and creaminess to the dish, and the panko breadcrumb topping gave it a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again!


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