Cozy Butternut Squash Casserole for Autumn Comfort

Butternut Squash Casserole offers a warm hug on chilly nights with sweet apples, savory sausage, and a golden crust.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Casserole

1 large Butternut Squash Fresh is best for optimal results
2 medium Apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
1 pound Sweet Italian Sausage Omit for a vegetarian version
1 medium Fennel Can replace with extra onions if preferred
1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions complement the dish
1 cup Gruyere Cheese For a different taste, use sharp cheddar instead
3 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey may be used as an alternative
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for roasting

For Serving (Optional)

Fresh Herbs A sprinkle of thyme or parsley
Additional Cheese Consider adding Parmesan for a salty kick

Equipment

Oven
Baking dish
Skillet
mixing bowl
baking sheet

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
Peel and cube the butternut squash, then peel and dice the apples. Toss with maple syrup and olive oil.
Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sauté fennel and onions until golden brown.
Combine roasted squash and apples with fennel and onions in a large mixing bowl.
Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish, top with Gruyere cheese.
Lower oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is adaptable for vegetarian diets. Utilize fresh ingredients for best results.

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