Best 2 Hgs Cheesy Butternut Bake Ww Points Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Cheesy Butternut Bake, a Weight Watchers-friendly dish that caters to all taste buds. This delectable creation combines the sweet and nutty flavor of butternut squash with a generous blend of melty cheese, resulting in a creamy and satisfying casserole. Perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner or a comforting weekend brunch, this versatile dish offers a medley of textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re a vegetarian seeking a protein-packed meal or a meat-lover looking for a side dish that steals the show, our Cheesy Butternut Bake is sure to impress. Dive into this culinary delight and discover a new favorite that nourishes both your body and soul.

Recipes:

1. **Cheesy Butternut Bake with Chicken and Rice:** Savor the harmony of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and velvety butternut squash, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese.

2. **Cheesy Butternut Bake with Ground Turkey and Quinoa:** Experience a lean and flavorful twist with ground turkey, protein-rich quinoa, and the irresistible combination of butternut squash and cheese.

3. **Cheesy Butternut Bake with Black Beans and Corn:** Embark on a vegetarian journey with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and butternut squash, united by a symphony of melted cheeses.

4. **Cheesy Butternut Bake with Shrimp and Broccoli:** Delight in a seafood extravaganza with succulent shrimp, crisp broccoli, and butternut squash, all bound together by a luscious cheese sauce.

5. **Cheesy Butternut Bake with Sausage and Peppers:** Indulge in a classic combination of savory sausage, colorful peppers, and sweet butternut squash, enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

HG'S CHEESY BUTTERNUT BAKE - WW POINTS = 2



Hg's Cheesy Butternut Bake - Ww Points = 2 image

Here is another Hungry Girl recipe. "This stuff is the ultimate guilt-free side dish. It tastes like cheesy, fluffy, mashed sweet potatoes, only better!" PER SERVING (1/4th of casserole): 101 calories, 1g fat, 457mg sodium, 20g carbs, 3g fiber, 5g sugars, 4g protein -- POINTS® value 2*

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Cheese

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups butternut squash, cubed
2 (3/4 ounce) wedges Laughing Cow light swiss cheese, room temperature (2 of the wedges)
3/4 cup onion, diced
1/4 cup fat free egg substitute (like Egg Beaters Original)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place squash in large microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup of water. Cover and microwave for 6 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, uncover and drain water. Set aside.
  • Place onions in a small microwave-safe dish with 2 tablespoons water. Cover and microwave for 3 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, uncover and drain any excess water. Set aside.
  • Place squash and all other ingredients except for the onions in a blender. (Make sure squash cubes are not still piping hot.) Pulse until thoroughly mixed (but not liquefied). Remove blender from the base, and then stir in the onions.
  • Transfer squash mixture to a small casserole dish sprayed with nonstick spray. Place in the oven, and bake for 35 - 40 minutes (until edges begin to brown). Then serve with a spoon as you would mashed potatoes! Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.2, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 452.3, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 4.5

HG'S I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S NOT SWEET POTATO PIE - WW POINTS = 2



Hg's I Can't Believe It's Not Sweet Potato Pie - Ww Points = 2 image

From Hungry Girl: "Get Squashed! This one's an instant classic, people. We promise. By substituting butternut squash for sweet potatoes and using some key light ingredients, you can save over 200 calories and nearly 17 grams of fat per serving on this Turkey Day classic. And it tastes EXACTLY like the real thing (yes, EXACTLY). Now THAT'S something to be thankful for! Butternut squash, with half the calories (and all the yummy fun) of sweet potato, is our new best friend. (Pssst... In case you haven't tried 'em yet, our Bake-tastic Butternut Squash Fries ROCK!)" Serving Size: 1/4 recipe; approx. 2/3 cup Calories: 110 Fat:

Provided by senseicheryl

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h

Yield 4 dishes, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups butternut squash (1 large squash)
1/2 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute, Original
1/3 cup light vanilla soymilk
1/3 cup sugar-free maple syrup
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup Splenda granular
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup miniature marshmallow

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Peel squash and cut into large chunks (removing seeds). Fill a large, microwave-safe dish with a half an inch of water. Place squash into dish and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for approximately 8 minutes (and drain). Squash should be tender enough to mash, but not fully cooked. With a potato masher, food processor or fork, mash squash. Measure out 2 generous cups, lightly packed, and place in an oven-safe baking dish.
  • Add all ingredients except for marshmallows. Mix ingredients thoroughly, but do not over-stir; squash should still be pulpy.
  • Allow to cook for 45 - 50 minutes. Remove from oven, and disperse marshmallows over top of pie. Return to oven for 5 minutes, until marshmallows begin to brown. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.5, Fat 0.1, Sodium 9.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash: Look for a squash that is heavy for its size, with a deep, orange color. Avoid squash that has blemishes or soft spots.
  • Cook the butternut squash until it is tender: You can do this by roasting, boiling, or steaming the squash. Once it is cooked, the squash should be easily pierced with a fork.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the main ingredients in this dish, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that melts well. Cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Don't overcook the dish: The dish is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the butternut squash is tender. Overcooking will make the dish dry and tough.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is cooked. The cheese will start to harden as it cools, so it's important to serve it while it's still hot and gooey.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Butternut Squash Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover butternut squash. The dish is packed with flavor and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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