Mashed Butternut Squash with Garlic Butter
Serves 6
25 mins prep
25 mins cook
50 mins total
A simple recipe for mashed butternut squash, with an Italian touch. If you're looking for an alternative to overly-sweetened casseroles, this recipe is for you! Transform naturally sweet roasted butternut into a smooth, creamy puree with garlic butter and a splash of cream.
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Preheat the oven to 400 (200C) degrees.
Prep the butternut squash:
On a cutting board, slice ¼-inch off the stem and bottom with a large, sharp knife. Cut the squash in half at the point where the straight part of the neck meets the bulb section. Slice both sections in half. Scoop out the seeds. Peel off the skin with a swivel peeler, then cut the squash into 1-2-inch cubes.
Baking and mashing
Put the squash in a large baking pan or dish. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt. Toss together until the squash is evenly coated. Bake 25 minutes, until tender.
While the squash is baking, melt the butter in a small pan placed over low heat. Stir in the garlic, red pepper and nutmeg. Set aside.
Transfer the squash to a food processor work bowl. Add the cream and 2 tablespoons of the melted butter mixture. Pulse 30-45 seconds or until the puree is as smooth as you like (I prefer a slightly chunky texture).
Spoon the squash into a serving bowl and drizzle with the rest of the garlic butter. Sprinkle with the parsley and serve.
