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Mashed Butternut Squash
This mashed butternut squash will be quick to become a family favourite. Serve it in place of your classic mashed potatoes!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 265 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash 4 to 5 pounds
- ⅓ cup butter divided, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar optional
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup light cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Lightly brush the squash with melted butter (reserve the rest for mashing). Sprinkle with spices and brown sugar if using.
- Place on a baking sheet cut side up and bake 1 hour or until very tender.
- Scoop out the flesh and place in a large bowl.
- 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.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
265
(13%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Cholesterol
48mg
(16%)
Sodium
146mg
(6%)
Potassium
660mg
(19%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
20480IU
(410%)
Vitamin C
39.4mg
(44%)
Calcium
105mg
(11%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 265
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 265 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 146mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 660mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 20480IU | 410% |
| Vitamin C | 39.4mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.