Dreamy Butternut Squash Mac 'n' Cheese - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Dreamy Butternut Squash Mac 'n' Cheese is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds butternut squash, peeled, halved, and seeded, then quartered and sliced into triangles
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 thyme sprig
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cups chicken stock, or vegetable stock to veganize
- 1 pound small elbow macaroni or mini shells
- 2 tablespoons grated Gruyere
Instructions
- To make the mac 'n' cheese:Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a large saucepan, add the butternut squash, garlic cloves, thyme sprig, unsweetened almond milk, and stock. Cook until the butternut squash is fork-tender. Remove the sprig of thyme. Place the squash mixture in a food processor or blender and puree until velvety smooth. Meanwhile, cook the macaroni in salted water until it is al dente (semifirm). Drain and rinse with cool water. Spread out the macaroni in a lightly greased 13-inch x 9-inch pan. Pour the squash puree over the noodles. To make the breadcrumbs and bake:Combine all the ingredients for the herbed breadcrumb topping. Cover the mac 'n' cheese with foil, place in the oven, and bake for approximately 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and evenly spread the breadcrumb topping and Gruyere over the top. Transfer to the broiler and broil for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is brown and bubbly.
- NotesWant to veganize this dish? Opt for veggie stock, swap in almond cheese, and add fresh herbs like thyme, parsley, or even double the garlic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Dreamy Butternut Squash Mac 'n' Cheese recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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