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Healthy Macaroni and Cheese

A healthier version of a classic mac n cheese
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword easy pasta recipe, easy weeknight meal, healthy pasta
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 540kcal
Author Charisse Yu

Ingredients

  • 2 c. cubed butternut squash
  • 1 ½ c. sharp shredded cheese
  • 2 tbs. grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 oz. un-cooked penne pasta

Instructions

  • 1. In 2 separate large pots, bring water to a boil
  • 2. In pot #1, cook pasta per box instructions (about 8-10 minutes)
  • 3 In pot #2, cook butternut squash for 8-10 minutes. Drain most of the water, but keep ½ c. of water
  • 4. In a blender or food processor, blend squash and add ½ c. of water from step #3
  • 5. In a baking dish or cooking tray, mix in pasta, pureed butternut squash, and cheddar cheese
  • 6. Top with Parmesan cheese and bake in oven for 375F for 15 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 610mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 13195IU | Vitamin C: 24.8mg | Calcium: 544mg | Iron: 2mg