Creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Name: Creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 9
Ingredients: 4 cups (about 560g) peeled and cubed butternut squash (about 1 large or 2 small squash, or 1 lb 4 oz); 1 and 1/4 cups (300ml) vegetable broth or chicken broth (low sodium is fine); 1 and 1/4 cups (300ml) milk*; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pound (454g) uncooked small/medium pasta shells (or any shape/variety); 1–2 cups (70–140g) roughly chopped kale, stems discarded (optional); 1/3 cup (80g) plain Greek yogurt*; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; small pinch ground nutmeg; 2 cups (225g) shredded cheese (I like Gruyère or sharp white cheddar)*; optional topping: 1/3 cup (30g) breadcrumbs; optional topping: fresh thyme leaves and/or extra freshly ground black pepper

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

1h 10m

This creamy butternut squash mac and cheese is a delicious and healthier twist on the classic comfort food. Made with tender butternut squash, kale, and a blend of cheeses, it's a comforting dish that the whole family will love. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or special occasion.

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(Servings: 9)

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4 cups (about 560g) peeled and cubed butternut squash (about 1 large or 2 small squash, or 1 lb 4 oz)

1 and 1/4 cups (300ml) vegetable broth or chicken broth (low sodium is fine)

1 and 1/4 cups (300ml) milk*

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound (454g) uncooked small/medium pasta shells (or any shape/variety)

1–2 cups (70–140g) roughly chopped kale, stems discarded (optional)

1/3 cup (80g) plain Greek yogurt*

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

small pinch ground nutmeg

2 cups (225g) shredded cheese (I like Gruyère or sharp white cheddar)*

optional topping: 1/3 cup (30g) breadcrumbs

optional topping: fresh thyme leaves and/or extra freshly ground black pepper

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

511kcal

25%
Fat

22g

1%
Saturated Fat

13g

0%
Carbohydrates

57g

2%
Fiber

4g

0%
Sugar

4g

0%
Protein

22g

1%
Cholesterol

44mg

2%
Sodium

344mg

17%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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