Skip to content Skip to sidebar Skip to footer
Home / cheese / macaroni / potato / recipe / sweet

Sweet Potato Macaroni And Cheese Recipe

Post a Comment

Sweet Potato Macaroni and Cheese (glutenfree, whole grain options) Texanerin Baking
Sweet Potato Macaroni and Cheese (glutenfree, whole grain options) Texanerin Baking from www.texanerin.com

Description

If you love macaroni and cheese, then you’re in for a treat. This recipe takes the classic comfort food and adds a healthy twist with the addition of sweet potatoes. The result is a creamy, cheesy pasta dish that’s both delicious and nutritious.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking dish

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
  3. In a medium saucepan, cook sweet potatoes until tender.
  4. In a separate pan, melt butter over low heat.
  5. Add flour and whisk until smooth.
  6. Add milk, salt, and black pepper and whisk until well combined.
  7. Stir in cooked sweet potatoes and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  8. Drain macaroni and add it to the cheese sauce.
  9. Pour macaroni and cheese into a baking dish.
  10. Mix panko breadcrumbs and olive oil and sprinkle over the macaroni and cheese.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.

Notes

This recipe can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. You can add more cheese, spices, or even vegetables to the mix.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 19g
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 730mg

Recipe Tips

To make this recipe even healthier, you can use whole wheat pasta instead of regular pasta. You can also use low-fat milk and cheese to reduce the fat content. Additionally, you can add in some spinach or broccoli to increase the nutrient content. Finally, if you want to make this recipe vegan, you can use vegan cheese and milk alternatives.

Post a Comment for "Sweet Potato Macaroni And Cheese Recipe"