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How to Make Butternut Squash with Pecans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and nutritious side dish to add to your fall menu? Look no further than this delightful recipe for Butternut Squash with Pecans. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering, this dish brings plenty of flavor and texture to the table.

Butternut squash is a popular vegetable in the colder months, known for its sweet, nutty flavor and vibrant orange flesh. When roasted to perfection and paired with crunchy pecans, it becomes a standout dish that will have eve...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 ¼ pounds butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cubed
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place pecans on an ungreased baking sheet. Toast at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a large, heavy skillet over low heat; add onion, and saute until very tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in squash, and cover. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender but still holds its shape, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in half the pecans and half the parsley. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with remaining pecans and parsley to serve.

    • Nutrition

    198 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 57mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 30mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 542mg

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