One-pot butternut squash mac and cheese
7 Points, Weight Watchers
Ingredients
2 cup(s) , 1% low-fat milk
10 oz , elbow variety uncooked macaroni
1 tsp table salt
1 tsp dijon mustard
1/4 tsp onion powder
1 pinch(es) ground nutmeg
8 fl oz water
10 oz , pureed variety, thawed cooked frozen mashed butternut squash
4 oz , shredded 50% reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese
1 Tbsp , chopped, for garnish chives
Directions
In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, combine milk, macaroni, salt, mustard, onion powder, nutmeg and water. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until small bubbles begin to form around edges, about 3 minutes; reduce heat to medium-low (do not let mixture boil).
Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until pasta is almost tender and liquid is the consistency of sauce, about 14 minutes total time. Stir in squash; cook, stirring, 1 minute more.
Remove from heat; add cheese, a handful at a time, stirring until fully melted before adding more. Serve garnished with chives.
Nutrition
7 smart points