Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our curated collection of mashed squash and potato recipes, a delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and comforting flavors. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the perfect balance of creamy potatoes and velvety squash, enhanced by a medley of herbs, spices, and the nutty crunch of toasted amaretti cookies. Discover the art of creating a smooth and luscious purée, accented with a hint of garlic, shallots, and a generous drizzle of olive oil. Explore variations that incorporate roasted butternut squash, sweet potatoes, or the classic combination of russet potatoes and acorn squash. Each recipe offers a unique twist, whether it's the addition of tangy goat cheese, the warmth of roasted garlic, or the subtle sweetness of brown butter. Get ready to elevate your mashed potato game and create a side dish that will steal the show at your next dinner party or family gathering.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MASHED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
This mashed butternut squash will be quick to become a family favourite. Serve it in place of your classic mashed potatoes!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Side Dish
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cut butternut squash in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds.
- Lightly brush the squash with melted butter (reserve the rest for mashing). Sprinkle with spices and brown sugar if using.
- Place on a baking sheet cut side up and bake 1 hour or until very tender.
- Scoop out the flesh and place in a large bowl.
- With a hand masher or an electric mixer on low, mix until smooth. Pour in cream and melted butter to taste. Season with salt & pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Sodium 146 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MASHED YELLOW SQUASH
This is a bit different but it is excellent!! It is a great side dish or afternoon snack for those that love squash or have oodles of it popping up in their gardens!
Provided by Terry
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Summer Squash
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slice and steam or boil squash until tender. Pour off any remaining water.
- Mash the squash slightly. In a medium size pot place mashed squash, onion, butter, milk, salt and pepper. Mix well and heat over a medium flame. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 10.1 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 37 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
SPAGHETTI SQUASH AND POTATO GRATIN
This recipe takes creamy potato gratin to a new level. By pairing it with spaghetti squash, you're adding amazing texture and great flavor to this traditional dish - plus finding yet another reason to buy spaghetti squash!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Poke the squash all around with a fork, then microwave it in 5-minute increments, rotating in between, until the outside is soft and yields a little when pressed with your fingers, about 15 minutes total. Be careful when rotating and removing the squash, as it will become very hot.
- Meanwhile, combine the cream, butter, garlic, thyme, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large saucepan. Peel the potatoes, then slice them paper thin on a mandoline, placing them in the cream mixture as you slice. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, then remove from the heat.
- When the squash is cool enough to handle, slice it in half, scoop out the seeds, then scrape out the flesh with a fork into a medium bowl. Discard the skin and seeds.
- Layer the bottom of the prepared baking dish with 1/2 the potatoes. Top with 1/2 the squash, then the remaining potatoes, then the remaining squash. Pour all the liquid from the potato mixture into the baking dish, and press the vegetables down to submerge. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan on top. Put the baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until golden brown and a knife slides easily into the potatoes, about 1 hour. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving.
PROVENCAL SUMMER SQUASH AND POTATO GRATIN
This dish is based on a traditional Provencal dish called a tian, the perfect baked dish for showcasing summer vegetables. Try swapping rosemary for thyme or oregano, or adding thinly sliced summer eggplant to the mix.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 side dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly mist a shallow 2-quart baking or gratin dish with cooking spray.
- Thinly slice the squash, zucchini, potato, and onion 1/4-inch thick with a mandolin or by hand. Shingle the vegetables in the prepared baking dish in one layer. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with the rosemary leaves and drizzle with olive oil. Cover with foil and bake until the potatoes are tender, 30 to 35 minutes.
- Remove the foil; sprinkle with the cheese. Bake until the cheese is browned and most of the liquid has evaporated, about 45 minutes more. Let stand at least 10 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
SQUASH-SPIKED MASHED POTATOES
Butternut squash lends a lush texture and sly sweetness to everyday mashed potatoes. A whisper of nutmeg finishes it off.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Seasonal Recipes Fall Recipes Butternut Squash Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large pot, cover potatoes, squash, and herbs with water. Season generously with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 8 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid, then drain and discard herbs.
- Return vegetables to pot and mash with butter until smooth. Add cooking liquid to adjust consistency. Adjust seasoning and top with nutmeg.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 g, Cholesterol 10 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 147 g
SKILLET SQUASH AND POTATOES
MY NIECE suggested I try cooking squash and potatoes together. I found that potatoes really do enhance the flavor of squash. I made up this recipe, and it turned out to be a keeper-a great side dish for any entree and a complement to other vegetables as well. -Bonnie Milner DeRidder, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute potato and onion in oil until crisp-tender. Add squash; saute 4-6 minutes longer or until the vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MASHED POTATOES WITH SQUASH
Slightly sweet, very rich, and delicious mashed potatoes with squash.
Provided by BIFAERIE79
Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender but not falling apart, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
- Add cooked squash, milk, butter, salt, and pepper; mix until combined. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 16.5 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 344.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
MASHED BUTTERNUT SQUASH
A recipe I conjured up for a fall/Thanksgiving celebration!
Provided by witchboudicca
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Pierce butternut squash skin with a small knife and place cut-side down in a baking dish; pour in enough water for a depth of 1/2 inch. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 1 hour.
- Scoop squash into a bowl; add 3/4 cup sour cream, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mash mixture using a potato masher or fork until smooth. Garnish with parsley and 1 tablespoon sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 40.8 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 109.6 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
SQUASH AND POTATOES
My German grandmother taught me to cook, and she used bacon drippings in almost every recipe, even cookies! I happened upon this concoction one summer Sunday afternoon when our neighbors gave us a bumper crop of vegetables from their garden. Naturally I stared with grandmother's favorite ingredient...bacon!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. , Add potato; cook and stir in the drippings for about 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Stir in the onion, zucchini and yellow squash. Cook, uncovered, for about 8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Return bacon to skillet; sprinkle with dill, salt and pepper. Cook and stir for about 1 minute longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
POTATO AND SQUASH MASH
Sweeten mashed potatoes with butternut squash and enrich with garlic, butter, and half-and-half. Make this simple side ahead, then reheat when ready to serve.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Seasonal Recipes Fall Recipes Butternut Squash Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot, combine potatoes and squash; cover with salted water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes and squash are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, about 20 minutes.
- Drain in a large colander; return potatoes and squash to the pot. Stir over medium heat until dry, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add half-and-half; bring to a simmer. Pour over potatoes and squash; season generously with salt and pepper. Mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.
Tips:
- For the creamiest mashed squash and potatoes, use a ricer to mash them.
- If you don't have a ricer, you can mash the squash and potatoes with a potato masher or a fork.
- Season the mashed squash and potatoes to taste with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- For a richer flavor, add a knob of butter or a drizzle of olive oil to the mashed squash and potatoes.
- Serve the mashed squash and potatoes immediately, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Mashed squash and potatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover squash and potatoes, and it is also a healthy and affordable dish. With its creamy texture and sweet flavor, mashed squash and potatoes is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
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