Baked Squash And Cranberries

Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A warm, comforting baked squash and cranberry dish with sweet and tart flavors, perfect for fall gatherings or holiday tables, appealing to both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 2 c. water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 5 1/3 Tbsp. butter, melted
  • 1/3 c. light brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 c. raw cranberries

Instructions

  1. Cook the squash, covered, in the salt and water in a large saucepan over high heat until soft, about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain well; let stand in a colander for at least 30 minutes or press down with your hand to remove most of the liquid.
  3. Puree the pulp in a food processor or put through a food mill; it should yield about 4 cups.
  4. Add the eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to the pureed squash.
  5. Blend thoroughly until well combined.
  6. Fold in the washed cranberries into the mixture.
  7. Pour the mixture into a buttered 2-quart baking dish or two smaller dishes.
  8. Sprinkle grated nutmeg on top.
  9. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven until golden and set, about 45 minutes for one casserole or 30 minutes for two.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

705 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.1g 12% DV
Total Fat 36.8g 47% DV
Carbs 97.2g 35% DV
Fiber 13.4g 48% DV
Sugar 43.9g 88% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9778.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 690.3mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 139.5mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 157.3mcg 17% DV
Vitamin C 6.2mg 7% DV
Calcium 257.3mg 20% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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