**Butternut Squash and Potatoes with Rosemary: A Hearty and Flavorful Slow Cooker Dish**
This delectable dish, prepared in a slow cooker, combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with hearty potatoes, creating a symphony of flavors. Enhanced with the aromatic essence of rosemary, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes. The slow cooking process allows the vegetables to meld together, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish that is sure to warm your soul on a chilly day. This article offers a collection of recipes that explore different variations of this classic combination, catering to diverse dietary preferences and culinary tastes. From a classic rendition to a creamy and cheesy version, from a vegan delight to a gluten-free alternative, these recipes provide options for every palate.
CHICKEN AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH
Looking for a tasty dinner made using Progresso® broth? Then try this roasted chicken and squash recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Spray roasting pan with cooking spray. Place chicken in pan. Brush chicken with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and pepper.
- Place squash in large bowl; drizzle with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle with fines herbes and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; toss well. Spoon squash around chicken.
- Roast uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut to bone (at least 165°F). Remove chicken and squash from pan; cover to keep warm.
- Add wine to pan drippings; heat to boiling over high heat, stirring to loosen brown particles. Reduce heat; cook 2 minutes or until sauce is reduced to 1/4 cup.
- On each of 4 plates, place 1 chicken breast and 1 cup squash. Spoon 1 tablespoon sauce over each chicken breast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 540 mg
SLOW-COOKER BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP
Much of the work for this soup can be done in advance, and it keeps all day in the slow cooker. This can easily be doubled if you're feeding a crowd. Once you've tried it, try mixing it up-add save or savory with the thyme or replace it with nutmeg. For a vegan version, replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth. -Jennifer Machado, Alta, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 6h30m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; saute until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Add next 5 ingredients and 5 cups broth to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are soft, 6-8 hours., Puree soup using an immersion blender. Or cool slightly and puree soup in batches in a blender; return to slow cooker. Stir in additional broth to reach desired consistency; heat through. If desired, top servings with sour cream. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND POTATOES WITH ROSEMARY (SLOW COOKER)
From the Italian Slow Cooker by Michele Scicolone. It's wonderful to be able to use the slow cooker to make side dishes, especially on those occasions when the oven is engaged by the main event. You cannot go wrong with butternut squash, potatoes and rosemary. While this appears in an Italian cookbook, the ingredients are very familiar to North Americans, as well.
Provided by duonyte
Categories Potato
Time 3h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put all the ingredients except the water into the slow cooker and toss to combine.
- Add the water and cook on HIGH until the vegetables are tender, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
SLOW COOKER BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND POTATO STEW
Days are growing shorter and colder, time to break out the slow cooker and put some of those wonderful fall squash to good use. This stew will make your house smell absolutely wonderful while it's cooking.
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 5h15m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Thinly slice the onion; cut slices into 1-inch pieces. Place into the bottom of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with squash and potatoes. Add water to cover the vegetables to a depth of 1 inch. Add ginger, garlic, bouillon, five-spice powder, salt, nutmeg, cloves, and pepper. Stir.
- Cover and cook on High for 4 hours, or Low for 8 hours.
- Stir in rice and cook on High for 1 additional hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 55.9 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 441.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
SLOW COOKER BUTTERNUT SQUASH
From the blog "Cook Eat Paleo". I've done this with potatoes, sweet potatoes and beets, but never thought of squash - it's so much bigger, but I'm thinking anything that fits in the slow cooker can be done this way. The water is there just because you need two ingredients to post a recipe!
Provided by duonyte
Categories Vegetable
Time 5h5m
Yield 1 squash
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place squash in your crockpot. Pour the water back into the tea kettle or on whatever houseplant could use it - don't add it to the crockpot.
- Cook on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, or on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or until it's soft and can be easily pierced. The exact time will depend on just how large the squash it.
- Cut in half, scrape out the seeds and scoop out the cooked squash, use as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.8, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 49, Carbohydrate 132.7, Fiber 22.7, Sugar 25, Protein 11.3
SLOW COOKER BUTTERNUT SQUASH
I couldn't find a good recipe for slow cooked squash online, so I just made one myself!
Provided by Sockbum
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 6h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine butternut squash and apple juice in a slow cooker. Whisk butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl; drizzle over butternut squash.
- Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Carbohydrate 60.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 101.1 mg, Sugar 27.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is firm and heavy for its size, with a smooth, unblemished skin.
- Peel and cube the butternut squash evenly: This will help it cook evenly in the slow cooker.
- Use a variety of potatoes: You can use all russet potatoes, or mix in some sweet potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes for a more flavorful dish.
- Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: The vegetables should be in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker so that they cook evenly.
- Add just enough liquid to cover the vegetables: Too much liquid will make the dish watery.
- Season the vegetables generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to taste.
- Cook the vegetables on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours: The vegetables should be tender and easily pierced with a fork when they are done.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving: Rosemary, thyme, or sage are all good choices.
Conclusion:
Butternut squash and potatoes with rosemary is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can relax and enjoy your time with family and friends. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The butternut squash is a good source of vitamins A and C, and the potatoes are a good source of potassium and fiber.
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