Mashed Butternut Squash

A recipe I conjured up for a fall/Thanksgiving celebration!

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step: 2

Pierce butternut squash skin with a small knife and place cut-side down in a baking dish; pour in enough water for a depth of 1/2 inch. Cover dish with aluminum foil.

Step: 3

Bake in the preheated oven until squash is tender, about 1 hour.

Step: 4

Scoop squash into a bowl; add 3/4 cup sour cream, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Mash mixture using a potato masher or fork until smooth. Garnish with parsley and 1 tablespoon sour cream.

Per Serving: 276 calories; protein 3.6g; carbohydrates 33.1g; fat 16.7g; cholesterol 40.8mg; sodium 109.6mg.

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