Healthy Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Healthy Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces, weight Quinoa Noodles; 3 cups Butternut Squash, Cubed; 1/2 Yellow Onion, Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1-1/2 cup Plain Almond Milk; 1-1/2 cup Low-sodium Chicken Broth Or Stock; 1/4 cups Parmesan, Grated; 1/4 cups Almond Meal; 1 teaspoon Sea Salt, Divided; 3/4 teaspoons Black Pepper, Divided; 1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder; 1/2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt; 1 Tablespoon Chickpea Flour

Servings: persons

16 ounces, weight Quinoa Noodles
3 cups Butternut Squash, Cubed
1/2 Yellow Onion, Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1-1/2 cup Plain Almond Milk
1-1/2 cup Low-sodium Chicken Broth Or Stock
1/4 cups Parmesan, Grated
1/4 cups Almond Meal
1 teaspoon Sea Salt, Divided
3/4 teaspoons Black Pepper, Divided
1/4 teaspoons Garlic Powder
1/2 cups Plain Greek Yogurt
1 Tablespoon Chickpea Flour

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Fill a deep pot with water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, add quinoa noodles and cook until almost tender, about 6-7 minutes.
3
While noodles are cooking, add cubed butternut squash, onion, garlic, almond milk, and chicken stock to another pot and cook over medium-high heat. Allow to simmer until butternut squash is tender.
4
In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, almond meal, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and garlic powder and mix well. Set aside.
5
Once tender, carefully transfer butternut squash mixture to a blender and puree until very smooth. This process may require you to blend in batches. Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, Greek yogurt, and chickpea flour. Blend again. Taste for seasoning and add any additional salt or pepper as needed.
6
Drain the cooked noodles and return to the pot. Pour the butternut squash mixture over the noodles and stir to incorporate. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a casserole dish. Sprinkle the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of the mac and cheese.
7
Place into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

1992

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

100

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces, weight Quinoa Noodles, 3 cups Butternut Squash, Cubed, 1/2 Yellow Onion, Diced, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Healthy Mac And Cheese falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Healthy Mac And Cheese

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Variations & substitutions

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