Best 3 Thanksgiving For 10 Butternut Squash Recipes

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Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. If you're looking for a dish that is both festive and flavorful, look no further than butternut squash. This versatile vegetable can be roasted, mashed, or stuffed, and it pairs perfectly with a variety of other Thanksgiving dishes.

To help you make the most of your butternut squash, we've compiled a collection of 10 Thanksgiving recipes that are sure to impress your guests. From classic roasted butternut squash to more creative dishes like butternut squash soup and butternut squash lasagna, we've got something for everyone.

So whether you're a seasoned Thanksgiving cook or you're just starting out, we invite you to try one of our butternut squash recipes. We promise you won't be disappointed.

Here's a sneak peek at some of the recipes you'll find in this article:

* Roasted Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar and Butter: This classic recipe is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
* Butternut Squash Soup with Apples and Bacon: This creamy and flavorful soup is perfect for a cold Thanksgiving day.
* Butternut Squash Lasagna: This unique dish combines the flavors of butternut squash, ricotta cheese, and spinach into a delicious lasagna that is sure to be a hit.
* Butternut Squash Gratin: This elegant dish is made with layers of butternut squash, potatoes, and cheese.
* Butternut Squash and Black Bean Enchiladas: These enchiladas are a fun and festive way to serve butternut squash.
* Butternut Squash Risotto: This creamy risotto is made with butternut squash, arborio rice, and Parmesan cheese.
* Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Stuffed Shells: These stuffed shells are filled with a mixture of butternut squash, goat cheese, and herbs.
* Butternut Squash and Kale Salad: This salad is a great way to add some healthy greens to your Thanksgiving meal.
* Butternut Squash Pie: This classic Thanksgiving dessert is made with a creamy butternut squash filling and a flaky crust.
* Butternut Squash Bread: This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMELIZED BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Caramelized Butternut Squash image

Brown sugar enhances the natural sweetness in Ina Garten's Caramelized Butternut Squash recipe, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 medium butternut squash (4 to 5 pounds total)
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut off and discard the ends of each butternut squash. Peel the squash, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds. Cut the squash into 1 1/4 to 1 1/2-inch cubes and place them on a baking sheet. Add the melted butter, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. With clean hands, toss all the ingredients together and spread in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 45 to 55 minutes, until the squash is tender and the glaze begins to caramelize. While roasting, turn the squash a few times with a spatula, to be sure it browns evenly. Taste for seasonings and serve hot.

THANKSGIVING FOR 10: BUTTERNUT SQUASH



Thanksgiving for 10: Butternut Squash image

Make and share this Thanksgiving for 10: Butternut Squash recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Eric M.

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 butternut squash, sliced in half with seeds removed
1/2-1 cup butter
salt
1 container cottage cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Salt the squash and place butter inside.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove squash meat from the skin.
  • Mix cottage cheese with the squash.

ELEGANT THANKSGIVING SQUASH SIDE DISH



Elegant Thanksgiving Squash Side Dish image

Butternut squash, apple, and onion are simmered together, then pureed with spiced red wine, mixed with cranberry juice-reconstituted raisins, and topped with creamy fresh goat cheese. Try using a combination of regular and golden raisins, or Craisins®. This dish is sure to make an elegant accoutrement!

Provided by k.elise

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon butter
1 sweet onion, chopped
1 butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
2 Gala apples, cored and cubed, or more to taste
1 cup water, or more as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup red wine
½ cup cranberry juice
½ cup water
1 tablespoon mulling spices
1 ¼ cups raisins
8 ounces chevre (soft goat cheese), crumbled

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion in hot butter until translucent and soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir butternut squash, apples, and 1 cup water into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer until apples are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Pour squash mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Transfer puree to a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir wine, cranberry juice, and 1/2 cup water together in a saucepan. Bring wine mixture to a boil; add mulling spices, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 2 minutes. Add raisins and simmer until plumped, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard wine mixture.
  • Stir raisins into squash puree and top with goat cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 111.9 mg, Sugar 16.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right butternut squash: Look for squashes that are firm, heavy for their size, and have a deep, orange color.
  • Wash the squash thoroughly: Scrub the squash with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cut the squash in half lengthwise: Use a sharp knife to cut the squash in half from top to bottom.
  • Scoop out the seeds and pulp: Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and pulp from the center of the squash.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and season: Drizzle the squash halves with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
  • Roast the squash: Place the squash halves on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 425°F for 30-40 minutes, or until tender.
  • Serve immediately: Serve the roasted squash halves immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, maple syrup, or roasted nuts.

Conclusion:

Butternut squash is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. These recipes are just a few ideas for how to prepare butternut squash for Thanksgiving dinner. With its sweet, nutty flavor, butternut squash is a surefire hit with family and friends. So, whether you're roasting it, pureeing it, or stuffing it, be sure to include butternut squash in your Thanksgiving feast this year.

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