D.D. Macaroni & Cheese

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon butter or oil
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butternut squash or cauliflower puree
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
4 ounces cream cheese (nonfat or reduced fat)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Bring large pot of salted water to a boil, add the macaroni, and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain in colander.
While macaroni is cooking, in a saucepan over medium heat add butter then the flour, and cook stirring constantly, until mixture resembles a thick paste, but has not browned, 1 to 2 minutes.
Add milk and cook, stirring every now and then, until mixture begins to thicken,3 to 4 minutes. Add vegetable puree, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and seasonings. Stir until the cheese is melted and sauce is smooth. Stir in Macaroni and serve warm.