Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese in a black bowl

Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese

Cooking Matters
Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese is a recipe that is a delicious twist on a classic comfort food. This high-protein recipe uses roasted butternut squash for sweetness and cottage cheese to create a creamy sauce.

Ingredients 

  • Cooking Spray
  • 12 ounces Macaroni Noodles Whole wheat
  • 1 Butternut Squash 1½ pound; or acorn squash
  • ½ cup Water
  • 6 ounces Cheddar Cheese Reduced fat
  • 1 container Cottage Cheese Nonfat
  • 1 cup Milk Low-fat
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Bread Crumbs Whole wheat

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Large Pot
  • Baking Dish 9-inch, square
  • Grater
  • Microwave Safe Dish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375℉.
  • Coat 9-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook noodles for 2 minutes less than package directions. Drain and set aside. Reserve pot for later.
  • While the pasta cooks cut the squash in half and scoop out the seeds. Cut into large chunks. Place in a microwave-safe dish with water, cover, and microwave on high until tender, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • While squash cooks and cools, grate cheddar cheese.
  • Peel cooled squash. Place in the pot used to cook pasta. Mash with a fork. Add cottage cheese and milk. Stir until smooth. Add pasta, cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined. Spread evenly in the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
  • Bake until breadcrumbs are browned and the edges are bubbling, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
337
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Cholesterol
 
27
mg
9
%
Sodium
 
430
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
568
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
 
51
g
17
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
20
g
40
%
Vitamin A
 
10246
IU
205
%
Vitamin C
 
20
mg
24
%
Calcium
 
302
mg
30
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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