Hints of natural sweetness make this colorful mashed butternut squash side a perfect partner for your favorite savory dishes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds butternut squash , cubed
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.13 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups chopped toasted pecans
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 ounces blue cheese crumbles
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
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Place butternut squash in a microwave-safe baking dish with a lid. Season with salt and pepper. Microwave, covered, until squash is tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
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Coarsely mash with a potato masher or fork. Stir in pecans, maple syrup, blue cheese crumbles, and fresh thyme leaves until combined.
Nutrition Facts
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