This super creamy mac and cheese uses pureed sweet potato, almond milk and two different kinds of cheese. It's indulgent while being a little healthier for you.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sweet potato spinach mac 'n cheese, sweet potato spinach mac and cheese
Place the potatoes in a small sauce pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and simmer until fork tender, about 10 minutes. Drain, place the potatoes in a food processor with 1/4 cup of the almond milk and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Once boiling, add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
Meanwhile, over medium heat, melt the butter with the garlic and red peppper flakes in another large pot.
Once melted, add the flour, stir and cook for about 1 minute.
Add the remaining almond milk and whisk continuously until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the sweet potato puree to the milk and stir until combined.
Add the nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste.
Stir in the cheese and spinach until the cheese melts and the spinach wilts.
Drain the pasta and transfer it to the pot with the cheese mixture. Stir until fully coated and serve immediately.