Creamy Baked Butternut Squash with Crunchy Pecan Topping
This creamy, comforting butternut squash casserole features a sweet, crunchy topping of crisp rice cereal, brown sugar, and pecans. It's a delightful side dish that's perfect for special meals or potluck dinners, loved by both kids and adults.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, evaporated milk, and vanilla extract. Stir in the mashed butternut squash until well combined.
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Pour the squash mixture into a greased 11x7-inch baking dish. Bake for 45 minutes or until almost set.
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In a small bowl, combine the crisp rice cereal, brown sugar, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the partially baked squash. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 6 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
