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12 Leftover Mac and Cheese Recipes

12 delicious and flavorful ways to use up leftover mac and cheese.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 679kcal
Author: Samantha Erb

Ingredients

  • 4 Acorn Squashes
  • 5 tablespoons of butter divided
  • 4 cups of leftover mac and cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of milk more if needed

Optional

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Breadcrumbs

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • Cut tops of acorn squash off. Scoop out seeds and pulp leaving about 1-2
    inches on the sides and bottom. Place acorn squashes on a baking sheet.
  • Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the microwave then use a basting brush to spread butter on top and inside of each acorn squash.
  • Bake squash for 40-50 minutes, until tender with a fork.
  • While the acorn squash is baking, reheat the macaroni and cheese by adding in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and milk, then reheat in the microwave, stirring a few times when cooking.
  • Remove the acorn squash from the oven, scoop 1 cup of macaroni and cheese into each acorn squash and enjoy!
  • Optional: Top with breadcrumbs, shredded cheddar cheese, and broil for 2 minutes, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 679kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 893mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 9g