Description
Creamy butternut squash casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining the rich, sweet flavor of roasted butternut squash with creamy cheese and a crunchy breadcrumb topping. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, offering warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this casserole will impress your guests and leave them asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups roasted butternut squash (about 1 medium squash)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded aged cheddar cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut butternut squash in half, remove seeds, and roast until tender (about 30 minutes). Allow to cool, then scoop out flesh.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- In a bowl, combine roasted squash, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, sautéed garlic, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with panko breadcrumbs mixed with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown on top. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like sage or thyme. To make it dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or cashew cream.