Best 2 Toddler Friendly Butternut Squash Casserole Recipes
Indulge in the delectable flavors of butternut squash casserole, a dish that combines the natural sweetness of butternut squash with a creamy, cheesy sauce. This savory casserole is not only a delightful treat for toddlers but also a nutritious meal packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options, catering to different dietary preferences and culinary skills. From a classic butternut squash casserole with a crispy breadcrumb topping to a vegan version featuring almond milk and nutritional yeast, we have something for everyone. Explore our recipes to find the perfect butternut squash casserole that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
BUTTERNUT SQUASH CASSEROLE
Butternut squash casserole with pecans is the perfect holiday side dish. With roasted pecans, brown sugar, and sweet squash, this thanksgiving side is quick and simple. Wow your guests with this gluten-free holiday recipe.
Provided by Jodi Danen, RDN / Create Kids Club
Categories Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the ingredients. In a large bowl, combine mashed butternut squash, milk, eggs, sugar, butter, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt. Stir well. Pour into an oven-safe 9x13 inch dish or pan, and set aside.
- Mix the topping. In a small bowl, combine butter, pecans, and sugar until well blended. Sprinkle pecan mixture over casserole.
- ⭐️Bake. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is browned and the squash mixture is set. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Sodium 202 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving
TODDLER-FRIENDLY BUTTERNUT SQUASH CASSEROLE
I made this recipe for a teething toddler who was getting tired of macaroni and cheese.
Provided by William Mihalo
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring 2 large pots of lightly salted water to a boil. Add squash cubes to 1 pot; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Add elbow macaroni to the other pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain both.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish.
- Place drained squash in the bowl of a food processor; puree until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl and add cooked macaroni, carrots, sour cream, carrots, Cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until fully combined. Pour mixture into the prepared dish and sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until golden brown and bubbly, about 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.4 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 24.1 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 9.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 145 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
Tips:
- Choose a butternut squash that is firm and heavy for its size. Its skin should be smooth and free of blemishes.
- If you don't want to deal with peeling and cubing the squash, you can buy pre-cut butternut squash in the produce section of most grocery stores.
- Butternut squash can be cooked in a variety of ways, but for this casserole, we're going to roast it in the oven.
- To make the casserole more flavorful, you can add some spices to the roasted squash, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger.
- If you want a creamier casserole, you can add some milk or cream to the mixture.
- You can also add some cheese to the casserole, such as cheddar, Parmesan, or mozzarella.
- For a crunchy topping, you can sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking.
Conclusion:
Butternut squash casserole is a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for a toddler-friendly meal. It is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and it can be easily customized to your child's liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and hearty meal for your little one, give this butternut squash casserole a try!
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