Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese from Almond Breeze
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Cooking:
15 min.
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Servings per container:
8
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Ingredients for - Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese from Almond Breeze

1. Diced butternut squash - 4 cups
2. Almond Breeze Unsweetened Original OR any Almond Breeze Almond-Cashew Blend - 2 ½ cups
3. Garlic powder - ½ teaspoon
4. Smoked paprika - ½ teaspoon
5. Ground nutmeg - 1 pinch
6. White beans, drained and rinsed - 1 (15 ounce) can
7. White Cheddar cheese, shredded - 8 ounces
8. Packed chopped kale - 3 cups
9. Whole wheat (or alternative grain) pasta - 1 pound
10. Salt and ground black pepper to taste - 1 pound
11. Additional shredded Cheddar cheese for topping - 1 pound

How to cook deliciously - Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese from Almond Breeze

1. Stage

Combine the butternut squash, Almond Breeze, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and nutmeg in a pot. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, until the squash is tender.

2. Stage

Add the butternut squash mixture to a blender with the white beans and blend until completely smooth. A stick blender should also work here, if you prefer.

3. Stage

Transfer butternut squash/bean mixture back to the pot (no heat yet). Add the cheese a little at a time, stirring until melted and incorporated. Then, add the kale.

4. Stage

Return the pot to heat and cook over low heat until kale is wilted. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.

5. Stage

Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain, then mix with the sauce.

6. Stage

Serve mac & cheese immediately or pour into a baking dish, top with additional shredded cheese, and broil until golden brown and bubbling.