Stovetop Butternut Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Name: Stovetop Butternut Macaroni and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 whole Large Onion, Finely Diced; 2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced; 2 cups Diced Butternut Squash (1/4 Inch Dice); 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth; 1/2 pounds Cooked Short Cut Pasta, Such As Macaroni Or Rotini; 1/2 pounds Grated Cheddar Cheese; 1/4 pounds Grated Mozzarella Cheese; 1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 cup Milk (up To 1 1/2 Cups, As Necessary); 2 pinches Nutmeg; Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 whole Large Onion, Finely Diced
2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
2 cups Diced Butternut Squash (1/4 Inch Dice)
3 Tablespoons Butter
1- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
1/2 pounds Cooked Short Cut Pasta, Such As Macaroni Or Rotini
1/2 pounds Grated Cheddar Cheese
1/4 pounds Grated Mozzarella Cheese
1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup Milk (up To 1 1/2 Cups, As Necessary)
2 pinches Nutmeg
Salt And Pepper, to taste

1
Saute onions, garlic and squash in butter over medium heat.
2
Cook until tender and lightly browned, stirring as you go, about 6 minutes.
3
Pour in chicken stock and reduce liquid by half.
4
If desired, mash the squash and onions together using a potato masher to help dissolve into the sauce.
5
Pour in cooked pasta and the cheeses little by little, stirring as you go.
6
Pour in splashes of milk if needed to thin out melted cheese to create sauce.
7
After all the cheese is melted into the pot, continue stirring and adding in milk.
8
At first there may seem like a big wad of cheese melted in the middle, but as you keep stirring and adding in the milk bit by bit, it should come together to form a very cheesy sauce.
9
Add nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

1520

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 whole Large Onion, Finely Diced, 2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced, 2 cups Diced Butternut Squash (1/4 Inch Dice), 3 Tablespoons Butter, and more.

Yes, Stovetop Butternut Macaroni and Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Stovetop Butternut Macaroni and Cheese

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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