HARVEST SQUASH CASSEROLE

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This is a healthy recipe flavored with autumn cranberries and pecans. It goes very well with a roasted turkey and makes a colorful side dish. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 large butternut squash (about 6 pounds), peeled, seeded and cubed
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
3/4 cup chopped pecans
TOPPING:
2 cups soft whole wheat bread crumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Place squash in a Dutch oven; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook 15-20 minutes or just until tender. Drain. In a large bowl, mash squash and set aside., Preheat oven to 350°. In a large nonstick skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add to squash. Stir in eggs, sugar, salt and pepper. Gently fold in cranberries and pecans. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., For topping, combine bread crumbs and melted butter; sprinkle over top. Bake 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole. Sprinkle with topping; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary for a knife inserted in the center to come out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 593mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Maria Orellana
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I've been making this casserole for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect side dish for any fall or winter meal.


Antonino Cerasa
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This is my favorite squash casserole recipe. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


David Chimommbe
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This casserole is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use fresh or frozen squash.


serka Tube
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!


Morenikeji Ajike
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I added some extra spices to the casserole and it turned out amazing. It had the perfect amount of flavor.


Nkatswe walter
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I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfectly. It was so delicious!


Mujeebrahman Jalbani
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This is the best squash casserole I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.


irfan Malik
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this casserole changed my mind. It was so good!


Khan Faruk
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I made this casserole for Thanksgiving and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Brycen Vance
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This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Md Najmul hossen
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I love how easy this casserole is to make. I can throw it together in no time and it always turns out delicious.


Flav Turner
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This is my go-to squash casserole recipe. It's always a hit at potlucks and family gatherings.


Sav Age GoLd
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I was looking for a new squash casserole recipe and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It was so flavorful and the texture was perfect.


Cabdi Xakiim
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I've made this casserole twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Wahid Zaman
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The squash was perfectly tender and the flavors all blended together so well. I especially loved the crispy topping.