Sneak Attack Mac N' Cheese Recipe

Name: Sneak Attack Mac N' Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 butternut squash; 1 lb macaroni (I like the Smart Taste Rotini pasta); 1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs (panko works well); 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded; 1 teaspoon melted cooled butter or 1 teaspoon olive oil; paprika

Servings: persons

1 butternut squash
1 lb macaroni (I like the Smart Taste Rotini pasta)
1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dry breadcrumbs (panko works well)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon melted cooled butter or 1 teaspoon olive oil
paprika

1
Cut butternut squash in half from top to bottom; remove seeds.
2
Bake cut side down on a shallow baking pan at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until soft.
3
Allow squash to cool.
4
Scoop cooked squash out of the rind and puree, using a blender or food processor.
5
Set aside 2 1/2 cups of puree.
6
The remainder may be frozen, if desired.
7
Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain well and set aside.
8
Combine the 2 1/2 cups of pureed squash with the evaporated milk in a large saucepan.
9
Heat over medium heat until just simmering.
10
Remove pan from heat and gradually stir in the next 6 ingredients.
11
(Using an immersion blender is ideal for the smoothest sauce).
12
Combine the pasta with the sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.
13
Transfer mixture into a 13 x 9 pan coated with cooking spray.
14
Combine bread crumbs, Parmesan, and butter; sprinkle onto surface of casserole.
15
Sprinkle with paprika.
16
Bake casserole at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.

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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: 1 butternut squash, 1 lb macaroni (I like the Smart Taste Rotini pasta), 1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk, 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, and more.

Yes, Sneak Attack Mac N' Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Sneak Attack Mac N' Cheese

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