Amazing Butternut Squash Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Nov 07, 2003

My family absolutely detests squash, but I love it, AND it's good for you.. so here I went, and tried yet another squash recipe.. *you should have seen the look in my husbands eyes*... and to top it off I didn't realize that the friends we had over for dinner also disliked squash.. well.. they all tried it just to please me... and they LOVED IT! I didn't use the FULL amount of mayo, just cause someone said they thought it was too much.. but OH MY! yummy! Nice for haters and lovers of squash.. definately a winner! THANKS!

—Jennifer

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 06, 2003

So sorry for a low rating but we just didn't like this. Butternut is my favorite squash and this wasn't a recipe for us. I omitted onion and used less mayo as others stated and used 1 cup crackers and 6 T parmesan. I do have an easier way to peel butternut squash for all you lovers out there. Wash and pat dry your squash. Take a fork and pierce the skin many times all around. Place in microwave and nuke for 8 to 10 minutes. Depending on size. Remove using a pot holder because it will be extremely hot. Let cool a few minutes before peeling, it's easier to slice too, it works great! Then procede with whatever recipe your making. Hope this helps.

—awesome in tummy

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Oct 15, 2006

The recipe is a good start but needs some modifications. I did the following: 1. Don't add the onions. They don't fit in this recipe. 2. Replace the mayonnaise with vanilla yogurt and make it slightly less than 1/2 cup. You could also add a teaspoon of vanilla extract. 3. Replace the saltine crackers with Graham crackers The result is a sweet, vanilla flavored dish that lets the natural butternut squash flavor come through!

—WKW

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Oct 30, 2005

Wow, this is great! i used vanilla yogurt instead of mayo as another reviewer suggested, and bread crumbs instead of the crackers. I also did double the topping and saute the onions in a bit of butter before, but everything else just as is. My roommate can't stop eating it! I seriously think she ate half of the dish! A great way to use up butternut. oh, and i did bake the squash in halves in 350 degree oven for 1 hour before, scooped it out, and beat everything together with a hand-held mixer to combine. Great recipe!

—Purplelgs

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Nov 07, 2003

I made this recipe for Thanksgiving this year in order to use up a couple of butternut squash I had laying around. I used non-fat plain yogurt instead of the mayo and made lots and lots of topping! It was a hit! Everyone loved it and scraped the bowl clean! It even traveled the 60+ miles and reheated well. Definately a keeper! Thanks

—ANGIEGAIL

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Nov 07, 2003

I also halved the mayonnaise and doubled the cracker & cheese mix. The reviews are right - peeling the squash after boiling is a LOT easier.

—OBSIDIAN39

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Nov 07, 2003

This recipe is excellent. Very tasty and easy to make. I made it exactly as suggested, and wouldn't change anything the next time I make it. The ingredients aren't typical, but really add to the squash, and make a great complimentary side dish. Thanks.

—SUTERLEE

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Nov 07, 2003

We all really enjoyed this recipe. I used vanilla yogurt in place of the mayo, and cooked the 1/2 cup of onions a little before adding. And of course I added more crunchy topping as everyone suggested. We'll definitely try this one again!

—MBK

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Nutrition

Calories
282 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
29.2 g
9%

Cholesterol
49 mg
16%

Fat
18.3 g
28%

Fiber
4.5 g
18%

Protein
4.4 g
9%

Sodium
195 mg
8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Amazing Butternut Squash

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 282
Calories from Fat: 165

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.3g 28 %
Saturated Fat 4g 20 %
Cholesterol 49mg 16 %
Sodium 195mg 8 %
Potassium 775mg 22 %
Total Carbohydrates 29.2g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 4.5g 18 %
Protein 4.4g 9 %
Sugars 6.2g
Vitamin A 446 %
Vitamin C 75 %
Calcium 16 %
Iron 19 %
Thiamin 24 %
Niacin 28 %
Vitamin B6 29 %
Magnesium 27 %
Folate 38 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.