TODDLER-FRIENDLY BUTTERNUT SQUASH CASSEROLE

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Toddler-Friendly Butternut Squash Casserole image

I made this recipe for a teething toddler who was getting tired of macaroni and cheese.

Provided by William Mihalo

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni
1 (8 ounce) container low-fat sour cream
6 carrots, shredded
½ (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Bring 2 large pots of lightly salted water to a boil. Add squash cubes to 1 pot; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Add elbow macaroni to the other pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain both.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish.
  • Place drained squash in the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl and add cooked macaroni, carrots, sour cream, carrots, Cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until fully combined. Pour mixture into the prepared dish and sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 145 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

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This casserole is a great make-ahead meal. I love that I can just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to eat.


Shahidullah Shahid
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I'm not a fan of butternut squash, but I actually enjoyed this casserole.


Okafor Kennedy
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This casserole is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


jabbar owaisi
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I love the creamy texture of this casserole. It's so comforting and delicious.


Sajjad Rehmani
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This casserole is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Joe Villanueva
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I've made this casserole several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abdullah Akhtar
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover butternut squash.


BR OKEN Sanjana
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I love that this casserole is made with healthy ingredients. I feel good about giving it to my family.


Nomusa Basi
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This casserole is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


teddy taylor
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I made this casserole for my toddler's birthday party, and it was a huge hit! All the kids loved it.


Maleeha Zuha
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This casserole was a disappointment. It was dry and flavorless.


Itzangel Bliss
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I've never been a fan of butternut squash, but this casserole changed my mind. It's so creamy and delicious.


Jamie Potter
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This casserole is a great way to sneak vegetables into my kids' diets.


Lora Alsiyabi
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I'm a busy mom, so I appreciate how easy this casserole is to make. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights.


Zoha Meer
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This casserole was delicious! I made it for a potluck, and it was a huge hit.


md billal204
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole turned out watery. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Ines Ayad
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste, but my toddler seemed to enjoy it.


Donna Artis
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I've made this casserole several times now, and it's always a winner. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.


86johnm86
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This casserole was a hit with my family! Even my picky eater loved it.


Sherlina Hart
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My toddler loved this butternut squash casserole! It was so easy to make, and I felt good about giving him something healthy and delicious.