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Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese

Creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese You’ll Crave

Experience a deliciously creamy and comforting Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese, a perfect vegan twist on a classic dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Macaroni Pasta Feel free to use your favorite pasta shape.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Peeled and chopped.
  • 1 medium Potato Peeled and chopped.
  • 1 medium Carrot Peeled and chopped.
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked for smoother blend.
  • 1 cup Nutritional Yeast Flakes Imparts cheesy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh juice for brightness.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For subtle smokiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Adds color.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For richness.
  • 1 cup Water Adjusts sauce consistency.
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese (Optional) For topping.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • high-speed blender
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop the butternut squash, potato, and carrot into uniform pieces, roughly 1-inch in size.
  2. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat and add the chopped vegetables and cashews. Cook for about 12 minutes until fork-tender.
  3. In a high-speed blender, combine the drained vegetables, cashews, smoked paprika, turmeric, olive oil, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. In the same pot, bring fresh salted water to boil again and cook the macaroni pasta according to the package instructions.
  5. Pour the butternut squash sauce over the drained macaroni and stir well to combine.
  6. For a baked version, transfer to a casserole dish, top with vegan cheese shreds and panko breadcrumbs, and bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the creamiest sauce, soak cashews in water for at least 2 hours before blending. Adjust sauce consistency with water as needed while blending. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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