Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Learn how to make butternut squash mac and cheese! Made with layers of gouda, cheddar, and parmesan cheese for an incredibly delicious concoction. The addition of butternut squash makes this classic dish more complex and nutritious.

Course Main Course

Keyword Black Pepper, Butter, Butternut Squash, Cayenne Pepper, Cheddar Cheese, Chicken Broth, Garlic, Gouda, Ground Nutmeg, Milk, Noodles, Salt, Shallots

Dietary Need Vegetarian

Cooking Method Stovetop

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 340kcal

Author Recipe Adapted From: ErinLivesWhole.com

Equipment

Stovetop
Large Pot
Blender

Ingredients

1 pound Noodles Whole-grain
2 Tablespoons Butter Unsalted
2 Shallots Finely diced
2 cloves Garlic
4 cups Butternut Squash
1¾ cups Broth Vegetable or chicken, low-sodium
1½ cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
1 cup Gouda Cheese Shredded
1 cup Milk Low-fat

Seasonings

½ teaspoon Pepper
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Mustard Powder
¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
1 pinch Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

Heat large pot with water and salt, bring to boil. Cook noodles according to package, drain, and set aside.
Heat large pot with water and salt, bring to boil. Cook noodles according to package, drain, and set aside.
Add all spices, stir, and then add in chicken broth. Bring to boil and cook until butternut squash is tender, about 8-10 minutes. Using a blender or immersion blender, blend until completely smooth.
Add all spices, stir, and then add in chicken broth. Bring to boil and cook until butternut squash is tender, about 8-10 minutes. Using a blender or immersion blender, blend until completely smooth.
Top with more parmesan cheese and serve! Enjoy!

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