Mashed Butternut Squash

This mashed butternut squash will be quick to become a family favourite. Serve it in place of your classic mashed potatoes! 

⏱ 70 min 🔨 Prep 10min 🔥 Cook 60min 📊 Medium 🍽 4 servings ⭐ 5.0 (77) 👁 8
Mashed Butternut Squash

Ingredients

4 servings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
  3. Lightly brush the squash with melted butter (reserve the rest for mashing). Sprinkle with spices and brown sugar if using.
  4. Place on a baking sheet cut side up and bake 1 hour or until very tender.
  5. Scoop out the flesh and place in a large bowl.
  6. With a hand masher or an electric mixer on low, mix until smooth. Pour in cream and melted butter to taste. Season with salt & pepper and serve.

Nutrition per serving

Protein2g
Carbs28g
Fat17g
265kcal
2gProtein
28gCarbs
17gFat

💰 Cost Estimate

Total Ingredients
$226.00
Per Serving
$57.00/serving
🏠 Savings
~$452.00 vs buying!
📋 Price Breakdown (67% ingredients detected)
IngredientAmountSubtotal
butternut squash 1 $110.00
butter 0.333 cup $87.00
brown sugar 2 tbsp $4.00
pumpkin pie spice 0.25 tsp -
salt and pepper to taste - -
light cream 0.25 cup $25.00

*Estimated market prices, may vary by region

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Mashed Butternut Squash

Ingredients:
  • 1 butternut squash (4 to 5 pounds)
  • ⅓ cup butter (divided, melted)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
  • ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup light cream

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