Just as simple as mashed potatoes, mashed butternut squash is an easy side that can be made sweet or savory. You'll love it!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time30 minutesmins
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1butternut squashabout 2-3 pounds
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
2tablespoonsheavy cream
1/2teaspoonfine sea salt
Cracked black pepper
Chopped fresh herbsoptional
Instructions
Peel and halve butternut squash. Scoop out seeds and cut squash into chunks. Add to a large pot and fill with enough water to cover by 2 inches.
Place pot over high heat, cover, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cook squash for about 15 minutes, until tender and easily pierced with a fork.
While the squash is cooking, combine butter and cream in a small saucepan. Melt over low heat and whisk to combine. Keep warm.
Drain squash and return to the same pot. Mash with a potato masher, fork, or push through a ricer. Mix in the melted butter and cream, stirring well and mashing more to desired texture.
Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh herbs to taste.
Notes
For a sweet side dish, reduce the salt and omit pepper and herbs. Mix in 2 tablespoons brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon.