Butternut Mac (GF, V)

from Chloe Flavor

Serves 6

Ingredients:

• About 5 cups (20 ounces) peeled and cubed butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 1/4 teaspoons sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 2 cups water, plus more as needed
• 1/2 cup raw cashews (soaked)
• 1 garlic clove
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
• Toppings: Smoky Shiitake Bacon (recipe follows) and smoked paprika