Simple Mashed Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe- Pine & Palm Kitchen

A Delicious 3 Spice Butternut Squash Casserole: A Flavorful Fall alternative to Sweet Potatoes.

Sometimes, you want a side dish on your fall holiday table that has a little pizazz, but is not the same old thing. I feel this way about my sweet potato casserole.

I absolutely love it, but it is packed with butter, brown sugar and a sweetened pecan topping.

I know it is calorie laden. Lordy, it is good though.

Enter the humble butternut squash. It’s not particularly pretty, but underneath that pale skin, is a gorgeous, sweet gourd filled with fiber, vitamins and other nutrients. I add brown sugar/maple syrup, eggs, three warm spices and a splash of vanilla. Bake in a beautiful casserole dish and you have a side dish that is simple, but packed with yumminess.

Enjoy!

Why this recipe works:

• Roasting the Squash brings out tons of great taste. I much prefer this method to boiling or microwaving.
• It is very forgiving. Add as much sugar or maple syrup as you prefer to sweeten. Over the years, I have really cut back on my sugar, but feel free to indulge and add more sweetness.
• It can be made ahead. Make up to 24 hours in advance. Store covered in the fridge.
• You can add all kinds of toppings like candied pecans or walnuts, oatmeal crumble or leave unadorned like I prefer.
• All the ingredients are very simple: butter, eggs, spices, vanilla, a splash of cream and sugar.

Other Pine & Palm Kitchen Autumn Side Dishes to try:

• Sweet Potato Pecan Casserole
• Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Pecans and Squash
• Garlic Roasted Mushrooms with Herb Butter
• Kale & Sugar Snap Pea Veggie Skillet
• Shaved Brussel Sprouts Winter Salad
• Southern Cornbread Stuffing

How to make this recipe:

1. Slice and Roast the squash, cut side down on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper
2. Scoop out the cooked squash and add in spices, vanilla, melted butter, cream and eggs
3. Butter a casserole dish- 9″ x 13″ or a 2 quart deep dish like the one pictured here. I prefer a deep dish- it just looks a bit fancier.
4. Bake the casserole for 30 minutes. You want the top to be a little tiny bit crispy.

Equipment you will need:

1. Large rimmed sheet pan- buy my favorite HERE
2. Parchment paper
3. A potato masher
4. Deep 1.5 or 2 quart casserole or gratin dish

Pro tips:

• Roast the squash cut side down, the little bits of charred flesh make great flavor and texture in your dish.
• Use fresh spices– Check your spices every fall to make certain they are no more than 6 months old.
• Use the highest quality vanilla you can buy. This is no time to skip- vanilla delivers a great deal of vibrant taste.
• Alway line your baking sheet with parchment paper. Foil will stick to the squash and spraying with cooking spray or oil will create a smokey mess in your kitchen. Here is the parchment paper I recommend .

Simple Mashed Butternut Squash Casserole Recipe- Pine & Palm Kitchen

A Pine & Palm Kitchen family favorite for your autumn table

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: mashed butternut squash casserole

Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 361kcal

Author: Meggen Wilson

Ingredients

• 1 large Butternut squash – about 1 1/2-2 lbs
• 1 TBSP olive oil
• 4 TBSP unsalted butter , melted
• ½ cup light brown sugar
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 TBSP pure maple syrup – not pancake syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

• Pre heat the oven to 400 degrees. On a large cutting board with a heavy knife, cut the squash in half. Remove the fiber and seeds (set seeds aside to roast for a snack). Brush the cut side of the squash with the olive oil. Place the cut side down on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for 30 minutes or until the skin of the squash can be easily pierced with a fork and is soft all the way through.
• Reduce the oven temp to 350 degrees. Butter a 9″ x 13″ casserole or a 2 qt dish well. Set aside.
• Let the squash cool slightly until you can handle it with your hands. Peel the skin off the squash- it should come right off. Place the squash into a large bowl and mash slightly.
• Add the roasted squash, melted butter, light brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon, eggs, heavy cream, maple syrup and vanilla. Mash and mix all together until the squash and ingredients are well incorporated.
• Place the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees fro 30 minutes.

Notes

If you cannot safely cut the squash in half, you can absolutely roast it whole. Just add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time. The squash will easily cut in half once fully cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 361kcal