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Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping

Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping

Name: Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 acorn squash, halved and seeded; 5 tablespoons butter, softened; ½ cup brown sugar; ½ cup all-purpose flour; ½ cup chopped pecans; 2 eggs; ½ cup white sugar; ¼ cup half-and-half; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; ½ teaspoon salt

Rating: 4.77 stars

39 Ratings
30 Reviews
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My mom always made this at Thanksgiving, and it was loved by everyone! It is a great alternative to candied yams or sweet potato casserole. If you don't use all the topping, you can freeze the rest for future use.

By Lana

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Recipe Summary

prep:

20 mins

cook:

1 hr 30 mins

total:

1 hr 50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

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Step 2

Roast the squash cut side up on a baking sheet in preheated oven until the flesh is soft, about 50 minutes. Remove squash from oven and cool, then scoop out the flesh into a mixing bowl, or bowl of a food processor.
Step 3

Meanwhile, prepare the topping by mixing 2 1/2 tablespoons butter in a bowl with the brown sugar and flour until crumbly. Stir in the pecans. Set aside until needed.
Step 4

Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease 11x7 inch baking dish.
Step 5

Beat or process the squash until smooth. Add the eggs, white sugar, half and half, vanilla, salt, and 2 1/2 tablespoons butter; process until well blended. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar topping mixture over the squash.
Step 6

Bake squash in preheated oven until topping is lightly brown, about 40 minutes.

Cook's Tip

As a shortcut, use frozen cooked squash for this recipe. You will need 4 cups of squash. Thaw the squash before combining with other ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

343 calories; protein 4.8g 10% DV; carbohydrates 51.7g 17% DV; fat 14.9g 23% DV; cholesterol 68.4mg 23% DV; sodium 226.1mg 9% DV. Full Nutrition

Reviews (30)

Most helpful positive review

MAI23

11/08/2008

I loved this recipe. The contrast of smooth center and crunchy topping were great. The only change I made was I added cinnamon and nutmeg to the casserole. Read More

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(26)

Most helpful critical review

Trac689

11/25/2011

This was just ok for the labor that went into preparing it. I probably won't make again. Sorry. Read More

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(1)

39 Ratings

5 star values: 34
4 star values: 2
3 star values: 2
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 0

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MAI23

11/08/2008

I loved this recipe. The contrast of smooth center and crunchy topping were great. The only change I made was I added cinnamon and nutmeg to the casserole. Read More

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(26)

12/24/2007

I used butternut squash with this recipe as well. I have used this recipe twice: for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Very easy to prepare and it was a big hit for even the ones that didn't usually enjoy squash. Depending on the size of the butter nut squash as compared to the normal size of acorn squash I ended up adjusting the amount of ingredients. For example the butternut squash I obtained at Thanksgiving was much larger than normal so for 2 squash I tripled the amount of ingredients. However the butternut squashed I obtained at Christmas was comparatively smaller so I doubled the ingredients. Read More

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(19)

trizydlux

03/24/2008

I made this recipe with modifications. I had no half & half so used 1/2 can of sweetened condensed milk and omitted the white sugar. It was wonderful! The squash seemed a little soupy when I put it in the oven but it firmed up nicely and became very light and creamy. We loved the crunchy topping and it was a wonderful side dish with ham this past Easter Sunday. The next time I make it I might add some pumpkin pie-type spices (cinnamon clove ginger) and see how we like it that way. Other than that I might get some half & half so I can try sticking closer to the original recipe! Overall a great recipe that seems very flexible and easy to make. Read More

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SHUCK13

12/02/2007

I followed this recipe with the exception of butternut instead of acorn squash-- use two butternut three makes too much for the baking dish. This turned out great!! My very picky 5 year old even liked it. The topping would also be good on sweet potatoes. For the last two minutes I used the broiler to help toast the pecans. Great recipe thanks! Read More

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(8)

12/28/2010

After having sweet potatoes with pecans instead of marshmallows for the first time I HAD to find a recipe! This is absolutely fabulous. Instead of three acorn squashes I use 4 cups of mashed yams from a can (buy 2 of the big yam cans). Excellent!! Read More

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(6)

Deb St Marie

11/28/2008

Fantastic!!! I usually used frozen squash but never again!!! Read More

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(5)

mrscarr1

10/24/2007

This recipe was sooo delicious!!! I made it for the first time for a family fish fry last weekend and everyone loved it!My husband's mom even wants the recipe now. Read More

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(5)

BLANGE

01/14/2009

The best new recipe that I made in 2008..made just as stated and it was great!! Could almost use as a desert!! Have made it 3 or 4 times already and my family keeps on asking for it!! Read More

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(4)

lkpotter

10/19/2009

This was a hit at our Thanksgiving Dinner although I felt it could almost be served for dessert. It is definitely a sweet dish and I didn;t need to double the recipe even for a crowd of 12 (due to the fact that most people don't take heaping servings of sweet veggies at dinner). My husband (who loves sweets) adored this casserole. Read More

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Trac689

11/25/2011

This was just ok for the labor that went into preparing it. I probably won't make again. Sorry. Read More

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(1)

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Nutritional Information

Squash Casserole with Crunchy Pecan Topping

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 343.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 10 %

carbohydrates: 17 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 26 %

sugars:

fat: 23 %

saturated fat: 30 %

cholesterol: 23 %

vitamin a iu: 17 %

niacin equivalents: 21 %

vitamin b6: 18 %

vitamin c: 23 %

folate: 12 %

calcium: 9 %

iron: 11 %

magnesium: 24 %

potassium: 18 %

sodium: 9 %

thiamin: 33 %

calories from fat:

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percent of calories from sat fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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MAI23

11/08/2008

I loved this recipe. The contrast of smooth center and crunchy topping were great. The only change I made was I added cinnamon and nutmeg to the casserole.

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12/24/2007

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trizydlux

03/24/2008

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SHUCK13

12/02/2007

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Deb St Marie

11/28/2008

Fantastic!!! I usually used frozen squash but never again!!!

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mrscarr1

10/24/2007

This recipe was sooo delicious!!! I made it for the first time for a family fish fry last weekend and everyone loved it!My husband's mom even wants the recipe now.

Helpful

(5)

BLANGE

01/14/2009

The best new recipe that I made in 2008..made just as stated and it was great!! Could almost use as a desert!! Have made it 3 or 4 times already and my family keeps on asking for it!!

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(4)

lkpotter

10/19/2009

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Trac689

11/25/2011

This was just ok for the labor that went into preparing it. I probably won't make again. Sorry.

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