Spinach Mac & Cheese

I had some frozen chopped spinach and decided to throw it in!  I am really satisfied with the result.  It is always nice to have an extra vegetable on the dinner table.

3-4 Tbsps Butter
1/4 Cup Whole Wheat Flour
10oz Package of Frozen Butternut Squash
1/2 Cup Milk
2 Cups Shredded Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Frozen Chopped Spinach (I used a half of a package but you can use the whole thing)
Pasta (Shells or Bowties are great)

Bring a pot of water to boil for the pasta.  Cook the pasta and drain when ready.

While cooking the pasta, in a medium sized saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.  Once melted, add the flour and the squash.  The mixture will be clumpy.  Add half of the milk to smooth out the mixture.  Stir in the cheese and remaining milk.  Stir until cheese is melted and then lower heat.  Add the spinach and stir.  Add salt and pepper to taste.

Pour the drained pasta into a greased casserole dish.  Pour the cheese and spinach mixture over the pasta and mix it all together.

I like to top this casserole with a sprinkle of breadcrumbs.

Bake at 375 for 30 minutes.