Lauren Dean
@laculinaryde
Creamy Mashed Butternut Squash
This creamy mashed butternut squash is a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with the richness of sour cream and butter. Perfect for fall and winter meals, it's a comforting addition to any table.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:10
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time21 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2, halved and seeded
- 1 cup, or as needed
- 3/4 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1 tablespoon, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
- to taste
- to taste
- 2 sprigs (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon (Optional)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Mashed Butternut Squash.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
With a small knife, gently pierce the skin of the butternut squash to allow steam to escape.
Step 3
Position the squash cut-side down in a baking dish, adding enough water to create a shallow pool about 1/2 inch deep.
Step 4
Cover the dish snugly with aluminum foil to trap in the moisture.
Step 5
Let the squash bake in the warm embrace of the oven for roughly 1 hour, or until it yields tenderly to a fork.
Step 6
Once it’s perfectly baked, scoop the luscious flesh into a mixing bowl.
Step 7
To this, add a dollop of sour cream, a pat of butter, a sprinkle of brown sugar, a dash of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Step 8
Use a potato masher or fork to blend everything into a creamy delight, adjusting the seasoning to suit your palate.
Step 9
For a touch of elegance, consider garnishing with fresh parsley and an extra spoonful of sour cream before serving.
Step 10
Enjoy this comforting dish that brings warmth to any table!.