Winter Squash Apple Casserole
Cozy up with the comforting flavors of fall and winter in this delectable Winter Squash Apple Casserole, a perfect blend of savory and sweet. Tender layers of butternut squash and juicy apple slices are baked to perfection with a rich glaze of melted butter, brown sugar, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Topped with optional pecans for a delightful crunch, this casserole is a versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or stands alone as a vegetarian delight. With its enticing caramelized topping and aromatic spices, this recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it ideal for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners. Discover a seasonal favorite that's both wholesome and indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds butternut squash
- 3 apples
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup pecans (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish and set it aside.
Peel and seed the butternut squash, then cut it into 1/2-inch thick slices or cubes.
Core and peel the apples, then slice them into thin wedges.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.
In the greased casserole dish, layer the squash and apple slices alternately, slightly overlapping them.
Drizzle the butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the squash and apples.
Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle optional pecans over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the top is lightly caramelized.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 77.3 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.1 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 1450 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.9 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3452 mg | 73% | |
*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.
