Creamy Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese with Kale

peeled and cubed butternut squash (about 1 large squash)

and 1/4 cups (300ml) chicken broth (I use low sodium)

and 1/4 cups (300ml) milk1

 teaspoons minced garlic

pound uncooked whole wheat penne pasta (or any shape/variety)

optional: 1 - 2 cups (70-140g) kale, roughly chopped with stems discarded

plain Greek yogurt2

salt

freshly ground black pepper

and 1/2 heaping cups (150g) shredded cheese (I like gruyère or white cheddar)3

optional: 1/3 cup (30g) whole wheat breadcrumbs

optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish