Wacky Whole Grain Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese

Name: Wacky Whole Grain Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package whole grain elbow macaroni; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups skim milk; 10 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese; 4 slices American cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 1/2 cups butternut squash soup; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package whole grain elbow macaroni
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups skim milk
10 ounces shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
4 slices American cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 1/2 cups butternut squash soup
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Combine elbow macaroni and water in the bottom of a 9x11-inch baking dish.
3
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk flour into melted butter until smooth. Gradually whisk milk into flour mixture; bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick, about 2 minutes.
4
Stir Cheddar cheese, American cheese, and Parmesan cheese into milk mixture until cheeses are melted and mixture is smooth. Gradually stir butternut squash soup into cheese mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Pour cheese mixture over elbow macaroni and stir to combine.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until top begins to brown, about 50 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

1638

kcal

Calories

163

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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package whole grain elbow macaroni, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Wacky Whole Grain Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese falls under the Vegetarian 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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Wacky Whole Grain Butternut Squash Mac And Cheese

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