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Butternut Squash Casserole

Delicious Butternut Squash Casserole for Cozy Fall Nights

This Butternut Squash Casserole is a delightful autumn dish perfect for gatherings and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash fresh is best
  • 2 cups Apples firm varieties like Honeycrisp
  • 1 pound Sweet Italian Sausage optional for vegetarian
  • 1 medium Fennel caramelized
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or sweet
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup or honey as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Sage) for added flavor
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) for crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Peel and cube the butternut squash, slice the apples, and thinly slice the fennel and onion, tossing apples in lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Roast the Vegetables: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss butternut squash and apples with maple syrup and olive oil, spread on baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  3. Caramelize Fennel and Onion: In skillet, heat olive oil, add fennel and onions, cooking for 10-15 minutes until golden-brown.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Transfer roasted squash and apples to baking dish, layer with caramelized fennel and onion, and mix gently.
  5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded Gruyere cheese over the mixture.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake casserole for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is great for meal prep and can be made ahead of time. Adjust cheese according to preference.

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