Fall Recipes

Today's episode is Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese - YUM!

I want to give you the abridged version of the work that went into creating this dish. Once I knew I wanted to make Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese, the first thing I did was try Martha's recipe. To be honest, I wasn't impressed. Sorry, Martha. You know I love you, girl.

Anyway, I realized it was something about the combination of cheddar, nutmeg and squash turned me off; I think maybe it was a little too sweet. I'm more of a savory gal. So next I tried Martha's recipe but I substituted mozzarella cheese in place of cheddar. It was definitely better, but the color was kind of off. Mozzarella is tasty, but it's not always beautiful.

Next, I turned to my favorite book, The Flavor Bible, and looked up what flavors go well with Butternut Squash. I was intriuged when I saw Curry and I realized not only would it bring the savory/spicy, it'd also bring the pretty orange. 

And wow...let me tell you, I really hit on something

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INGREDIENTS

-2 Tbsp olive oil, plus more if needed

-1 medium yellow or white onion, diced

-2 large garlic cloves, minced

-4 large carrots, diced

-1 lb red potatoes, cubed

-2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 2 large) cubed

-14 oz sausage or turkey sausage, sliced or ground

-6 cups chicken broth

-1/2 Tbp paprika

-1/2 tsp cayenne

-¼ tsp white pepper

-1 Tbsp dried parsley

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