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Butternut Squash Casserole

Hearty Butternut Squash Casserole for Cozy Nights In

This Butternut Squash Casserole is a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights, combining roasted squash, apples, and sausage for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Butternut Squash Fresh, peeled, and cubed
  • 2 cups Apples Firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1 pound Sweet Italian Sausage Or turkey sausage if preferred
  • 1 cup Fennel Sliced
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or sweet onions work best
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting and sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Honey can be substituted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Or aged cheddar/goat cheese for variation

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your baking dish.
  2. Combine the cubed butternut squash and apples in a large bowl with olive oil and maple syrup. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté fennel and onion for 12 to 15 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Mix the roasted squash and apples with the sautéed fennel, onion, and cooked sausage in a large bowl.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with Gruyere cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese melts and is bubbly. Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this casserole as a side or a hearty main dish, perfect for any cozy gathering.

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