Creamy Butternut Squash Casserole
Creamy butternut squash casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and festive gatherings. This rich and velvety dish features tender butternut squash blended with heavy cream and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with a crunchy layer of panko breadcrumbs. With its warm flavors and creamy consistency, this casserole is sure to be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups butternut squash (peeled and cubed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and cube the butternut squash.
- Boil the squash in salted water for 10-15 minutes until fork-tender. Drain well and let cool.
- Mash the cooked squash in a bowl; mix in heavy cream, cheddar cheese, salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Combine melted butter with panko breadcrumbs; sprinkle evenly over the casserole.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider roasting the butternut squash before mashing. You can substitute butternut squash with sweet potatoes or add spinach for added nutrition. Experiment by incorporating spices like nutmeg or cayenne pepper for an extra kick.