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Vegetables Lunch / Dinner Side Dishes

Mashed roasted squash

Published: 10.09.2022 » Last updated: 10.09.2022

Squash cubes are roasted until soft and caramelized and, while hot, mashed. Butter, salt, pepper, herbes se Provence and cream are stirred in to complete this lovely side dish.

Mashed roasted squash

Roasted? Yes. I used to steam squash cubes to make this dish but I realize now why I always had to mix in mashed potatoes to give the mashed squash enough body. It’s the water.

The water content of squash is high. Depending on the variety, it would be anywhere between 85% to 95%. Unless most of that is allowed to evaporate, mashed squash will always be too watery and will not be able to soak up butter and cream. So, roasting is the way to go,

Squash cubes before and after roasting

Line a baking tray with foil, spray with oil and spread the squash cubes. Roast in a preheated 350F oven for 20 minutes or until the undersides are browned and the flesh is soft enough to squish with a fork.

Adding butter, herbes de Provence, salt, pepper and cream to mashed roasted squash

Mash the roasted squash while hot then stir in butter, salt and pepper. Herbs are optional but they do add flavor and aroma. I used store-bought herbes de Provence. With the mashed roasted squash sufficiently seasoned, fold in a little cream and the side dish is ready for the dinner table.

Mashed roasted squash

Connie Veneracion
While this side dish is best served right after it is mixed, it is possible to make it a day or two ahead (yes, you can make a huge batch for the holidays!). Cool, keep in the fridge in a covered container and reheat in the microwave before serving.
Mashed roasted squash
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine International
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 2 to 3 cups cubed squash
  • cooking oil
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons cold butter
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon herbes de Provence - (optional)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350F.
  • Line a baking tray with foil and spray (or brush) with oil.
  • Spread the squash cubes on the lined tray.
  • Roast for 20 minutes or until soft and the undersides nicely browned.
  • Transfer the hot roasted squash to a bowl and mash.
  • Add butter, salt, pepper and herbs (if using) and stir just until combined.
  • Fold in the cream.
  • Taste. Add more salt and pepper, if needed.
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Keyword Squash

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