Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping

Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    119

Embrace the essence of autumn with this delightful squash casserole, crowned with a buttery, pecan-studded crumble. A harmonious blend of sweet and nutty flavors, it's the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table or a cozy weeknight treat.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    52 g
  • Cholesterol
    68 mg
  • Fiber
    6 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    226 mg
  • Sugar
    26 g
  • Fat
    15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Place squash halves cut-side up on a baking sheet and roast until the flesh is tender, approximately 50 minutes. Let cool slightly, then scoop out the flesh into a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a food processor. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View While the squash roasts, prepare the pecan topping. In a medium bowl, combine 2 1/2 tablespoons of the softened butter with the brown sugar and flour. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chopped pecans and set aside. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 11x7-inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Beat or process the scooped squash flesh until smooth. Add the eggs, granulated sugar, half-and-half, remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Process until everything is well combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Spoon the squash mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the squash. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is set, about 40 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving. (40 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to the squash mixture.
If you don't have half-and-half, you can substitute with whole milk or light cream.
The pecan topping can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Or freeze it for future use!

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 39 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Kaci Toy

    The instructions were easy to follow, and the casserole turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Annabelle Leannon

    This recipe was a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! The pecan topping is absolutely delicious.

  • Isai Wiza

    I added a little bit of maple syrup to the squash mixture and it was amazing!

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