Butternut Squash Crabmeat Mac & Cheese Recipe

Name: Butternut Squash Crabmeat Mac & Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 ounces, weight Peeled, Cubed Butternut Squash; 1 pound Pasta; 3 Tablespoons Butter; 3 Tablespoons Flour; 2- 1/2 cups Skim Or 1% Milk, Heated; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Pepper; 5 ounces, weight Gruyere, Grated; 2 Tablespoons Mascarpone; 1/2 Tablespoons Fresh Thyme; 12 ounces, weight Lump Crabmeat; 1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

20 ounces, weight Peeled, Cubed Butternut Squash
1 pound Pasta
3 Tablespoons Butter
3 Tablespoons Flour
2- 1/2 cups Skim Or 1% Milk, Heated
1 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoons Pepper
5 ounces, weight Gruyere, Grated
2 Tablespoons Mascarpone
1/2 Tablespoons Fresh Thyme
12 ounces, weight Lump Crabmeat
1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
2
Steam squash until very soft, about 20 minutes, then puree in a food processor and set aside.
3
At the same time, cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
4
(It will finish cooking in the oven.)
5
Drain and set aside.
6
For the sauce, melt butter in a medium pot over medium-high heat.
7
Add flour and stir constantly until lightly browned, 23 minutes.
8
Slowly add warm milk, whisking continuously until smooth.
9
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently, until thickened, 57 minutes.
10
Add squash puree, salt, pepper, Gruyere, mascarpone, and thyme and stir until smooth.
11
For the topping, in a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan.
12
Mix cooked pasta with the butternut squash cheese sauce and pour into prepared casserole dish.
13
Sprinkle with breadcrumb mixture.
14
Bake 3035 minutes until bubbling and golden brown.

1731

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 ounces, weight Peeled, Cubed Butternut Squash, 1 pound Pasta, 3 Tablespoons Butter, 3 Tablespoons Flour, and more.

Yes, Butternut Squash Crabmeat Mac & Cheese falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Butternut Squash Crabmeat Mac & Cheese

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