Tsr Version of Boston Market Butternut Squash by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the comforting, homestyle flavor of Boston Market’s butternut squash with this easy and delicious copycat recipe by Todd Wilbur. Perfectly tender butternut squash is boiled and mashed to silky smoothness, then elevated with the warm flavors of butter, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. Ready in just 45 minutes and made with simple pantry staples, this dish strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it an irresistible side for cozy fall dinners, holiday feasts, or weeknight meals. Serve it warm and watch it disappear off the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Peel the butternut squash, remove the seeds, and cut it into 1-inch cubes to yield approximately 4 cups.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the cubed butternut squash and boil for 15-20 minutes, or until the squash is soft and easily pierced with a fork.
Drain the cooked squash and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
Using a potato masher or fork, mash the squash until smooth and free of large chunks.
Add the butter, brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the mashed squash. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined and the butter has melted.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a pinch more salt, brown sugar, or cinnamon to suit your preferences.
Transfer the prepared squash to a serving dish and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 169 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 65 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 408 mg | 9% | |
*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.
