# Macaroni-Stuffed Squashes This Gourmet Mac n' Cheese Recipe is Served Inside a Gourd By M | Published 2015-10-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-n-cheese-recipe References: [honestlyyum](http://honestlyyum.com/14682/white-cheddar-mac-n-cheese-stuffed-squash/) & [honestlyyum](http://honestlyyum.com/) This unconventional mac n-cheese recipe switches it up with presentation by serving the macaroni meal inside a hallowed out squash. This gourmet take on the popular comfort dish is ideal for adults looking for a more upscale version of the classic meal. This cheesy macaroni recipe is all about presentation serving up a homemade white cheddar sauce topped with seasoning and Panko bread crumbs for that thick breaded crust. The macaroni is served up inside a baked acorn squash that allows the eaters to enjoy feasting on the warm gourd flesh with each bite of cheesy pasta. The dish also requires limited clean up as the squash skin is used as the serving bowl and it can then be composted after eating. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upscale Comfort Food:** Opportunities for high-end comfort food presentations and ingredients to satisfy sophisticated and health-conscious foodies. - **Eco-friendly Meals:** Opportunities for sustainable dining experiences and reducing waste with edible serving dishes and compostable materials. - **Creative Food Presentation:** Opportunities to experiment with unconventional food presentations for new and unique dining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Hospitality:** Restaurants, catering services, and hotels can incorporate upscale comfort food and eco-friendly meals to attract more discerning diners. - **Food Packaging:** Companies that offer sustainable packaging alternatives and edible serving dishes can expand their market to eco-friendly restaurants and catering services. - **Food Blogging:** Influencers can explore different creative food presentations and partner with restaurants for sponsored content and brand collaborations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nutrient-Dense Macaroni Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodles-microwave-cups.md) - [Grown-Up Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Clean-Label Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Vegetable-Forward Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermac.md) - [Truffle Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-macaroni.md) - [Stout-Flavored Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guinness-mac-cheese.md) - [Limited-Edition Kid Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-mac-cheese.md) - [Single-Serve Foodservice Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-cheddar-mac-cheese.md) - [Thick Mac and Cheese Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-macaroni-dish.md)