Boles Family Butternut Squash Casserole
Discover the comforting charm of the Boles Family Butternut Squash Casserole, a timeless recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing side dish. This silky-smooth casserole features naturally sweet butternut squash blended with melted butter, a touch of sugar, and a hint of vanilla for a rich, velvety base. Topped with a crunchy, golden pecan crumble infused with cinnamon and brown sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. With its hearty, nutty topping and creamy consistency, this casserole is an ideal accompaniment to holiday dinners, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a cozy, homemade touch. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is simple to prepare yet sophisticated in flavor, making it a guaranteed favorite on any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (peeled, cubed) butternut squash
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup (chopped) pecans
- 0.5 cup (packed) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish.
In a large pot of boiling water, cook the cubed butternut squash until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Using a potato masher or blender, puree the cooked butternut squash until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the squash puree, 4 tablespoons of melted butter, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated and smooth.
Pour the squash mixture into the greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
In a separate small bowl, prepare the topping by mixing together the flour, chopped pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir until crumbly.
Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the squash mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is set in the center.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.7 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.7 g | 254% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 573 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 255 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.8 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 295.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 3054 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
