Food Network Butternut Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

Total time: 60 minutes

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Net Carbs are 12% of calories per serving, at 33g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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Keto & Health Insights for Food Network Butternut Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 12% of calories per serving, at 33g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

Food Network Butternut Mac 'n' Cheese Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 servings   ( 155 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 286
Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
Monounsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 29mg
Sodium: 358mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 5g
Protein: 8g
Calcium: 123mg Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 316mg Vitamin A: 318mcg
Vitamin C: 10mg Vitamin D: 1mcg

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces macaroni
  • 1 butternut squash
  • Olive oil, for drizzling
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 yellow onions, sliced
  • 8 tablespoons (1 stick) salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk, plus more if needed for thinning
  • 2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs

Instructions

Visit Food Network's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)