Description
Butternut Squash Apple Bake is a heartwarming side dish that embodies the flavors of fall. This delightful recipe combines the creamy sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the tartness of apples, all enhanced by warm spices like cinnamon and vanilla. Ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this bake not only complements a variety of main courses but also offers a healthy dose of nutrients. With an easy preparation process, you can whip up this flavorful dish in no time, allowing you to spend more moments enjoying your meals with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds butternut squash (peeled, seeded, cubed)
- 2 gala apples (peeled, cored, diced)
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 2 tablespoons butter (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup raisins
- ¼ cup pecans (or walnuts)
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine butternut squash, apples, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and brown sugar; mix until coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper; stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and dot with butter.
- Cover and bake for 15 minutes.
- Add raisins, cranberries, and pecans; toss gently and cover again.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
- Serve warm as an enticing side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg