Description
A delightful and creamy butternut squash casserole that offers a unique twist on traditional recipes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed butternut squash, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix the heavy cream and shredded cheese until well combined.
- Pour the cheese mixture over the butternut squash in the baking dish.
- Top with breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, you can substitute heavy cream with a plant-based cream.
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg