YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Protein-Packed Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Savor a comforting twist on the classic mac and cheese infused with the natural sweetness of roasted butternut squash and a protein boost from chickpea pasta and creamy dairy. This vibrant dish unites velvety squash puree, tangy Greek yogurt, and rich cottage cheese to create a luscious sauce, while a hint of cheddar and nutritional yeast adds depth and a cheesy finish.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Chickpea Pasta
1 cup pureed Butternut Squash
0.5 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese
0.5 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt
0.5 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese
0.25 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
Salt and Pepper
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F and roast cubed butternut squash until soft (about 25 minutes) if not using pre-pureed squash. Once roasted, blend until smooth.
Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
In a saucepan, combine the pureed butternut squash, low-fat cottage cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and nutritional yeast over low heat. Stir until the mixture is smooth and slightly heated through.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix until evenly coated. Stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Allow the cheese to melt into the pasta, then serve immediately for a warm, protein-packed dish.